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Sinhalite and Jasper Physical Properties


Jasper and Sinhalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.46-3.50  
2.58-2.91  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
SiO2  

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Sinhalite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

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Sinhalite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.

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