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Sinhalite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.46-3.50
3.21-3.38
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Sinhalite and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Clinozoisite 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 Clinozoisite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Sinhalite and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Clinozoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Clinozoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 3.21-3.38 whereas that of Clinozoisite is 3.21-3.38.