Vishnevite and Sinhalite Physical Properties

Vishnevite

Sinhalite

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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

Not Available3.46-3.50

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Uneven

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-66-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Vishnevite and Sinhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite and Sinhalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Vishnevite and Sinhalite Specific Gravity

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