Sinhalite and Titanite Physical Properties

Sinhalite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Titanite 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 Titanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5

Sinhalite and Titanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.