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Sinhalite and Hibonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.46-3.503.84
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-77.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19

Sinhalite and Hibonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Hibonite 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 Hibonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19

Sinhalite and Hibonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Hibonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Hibonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 3.84 whereas that of Hibonite is 3.84.