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Sinhalite and Bikolite Physical Properties


Bikolite and Sinhalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.46-3.50  
2.34-2.51  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
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Cleavage
Perfect  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
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Sinhalite and Bikolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Bikolite 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 Bikolite chemical formula.

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Sinhalite and Bikolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Bikolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Bikolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 2.34-2.51 whereas that of Bikolite is 2.34-2.51.

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