Sinhalite and Zoisite Physical Properties

Sinhalite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Zoisite 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 Zoisite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Sinhalite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Zoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Zoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Zoisite is 3.20-3.50.