Sinhalite and Microcline Physical Properties

Sinhalite

Microcline

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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

3.46-3.502.55-2.63

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Uneven, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{001} Perfect, {010} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-76-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Sinhalite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Microcline 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 Microcline chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Sinhalite and Microcline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.