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Sinhalite and Gahnite Physical Properties


Gahnite and Sinhalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.46-3.50  
4.00-4.62  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect  
Indistinct parting on [111]  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
7.5-8  

Chemical Composition
MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Sinhalite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.

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Sinhalite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.

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