Sinhalite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

Sinhalite

Chrysoprase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.46-3.502.58-2.64

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-76.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Sinhalite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

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Sinhalite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.