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Thulite and Sinhalite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.13.46-3.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-76-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Thulite and Sinhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Sinhalite 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 Thulite and Sinhalite chemical formula.

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

Thulite and Sinhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Sinhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Sinhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 3.46-3.50 whereas that of Sinhalite is 3.46-3.50.