Sinhalite and Gypsum Physical Properties

Sinhalite and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Gypsum 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 Gypsum chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Sinhalite and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.