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Sinhalite and Topaz Physical Properties


Topaz and Sinhalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.46-3.50   
3.49-3.57   

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

Cleavage
Not Available   
[001] Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
8   

Chemical Composition
MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2   

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Sinhalite and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Topaz 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 Topaz chemical formula.

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Sinhalite and Topaz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Topaz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Topaz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 3.49-3.57 whereas that of Topaz is 3.49-3.57.

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