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Sinhalite and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Riebeckite and Sinhalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.46-3.50   
3.28-3.44   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
5.0-6.0   

Chemical Composition
MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Not Available   

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Sinhalite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Sinhalite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.

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