Sinhalite and Howlite Physical Properties

Sinhalite and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Howlite 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 Howlite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sinhalite and Howlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Howlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Howlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 2.45-2.58 whereas that of Howlite is 2.45-2.58.