Sinhalite and Phenakite Physical Properties

Sinhalite

Phenakite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.46-3.502.90-2.98

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-77.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sinhalite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Sinhalite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.