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Sinhalite
Sinhalite

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Sinhalite and Gyrolite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
Brittle

Solubility

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-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.46-3.502.48
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Uneven

Cleavage

Perfect
Perfect on {001}

Mohs Hardness

6-72
2 10
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Chemical Composition

MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Sinhalite and Gyrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Gyrolite- NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Sinhalite and Gyrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Gyrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Gyrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 2.48 whereas that of Gyrolite is 2.48.