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Sinhalite and Rosasite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Effervesces in cold
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.46-3.50
4-4.2
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
4
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Sinhalite and Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Rosasite 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 Rosasite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Sinhalite and Rosasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.