Anatase and Sillimanite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.82-3.97
3.20-3.26
Fracture
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Splintery
Cleavage
Perfect on [001] and [011]
{010} perfect
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6-7.5
Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Anatase and Sillimanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Anatase and Sillimanite 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 Anatase and Sillimanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Anatase- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Anatase and Sillimanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anatase and Sillimanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anatase and Sillimanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anatase is 3.20-3.26 whereas that of Sillimanite is 3.20-3.26.