Sinhalite and Phenakite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.46-3.50
2.90-2.98
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
Not Available
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
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
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.