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Sinhalite
Sinhalite

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Sinhalite and Smoky Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.46-3.502.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{0110} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-77
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Sinhalite and Smoky Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Smoky Quartz 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 Smoky Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2

Sinhalite and Smoky Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Smoky Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Smoky Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 2.65 whereas that of Smoky Quartz is 2.65.