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Sinhalite and Ammolite Physical Properties


Ammolite and Sinhalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.46-3.50   
2.75-2.80   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Granular   

Cleavage
Not Available   
no true cleavage   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
4   

Chemical Composition
MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Not Available   

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Sinhalite and Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Ammolite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Sinhalite and Ammolite chemical formula.

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Sinhalite and Ammolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Ammolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Ammolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 2.75-2.80 whereas that of Ammolite is 2.75-2.80.

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