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Anorthite and Sillimanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Tough
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.773.20-3.26
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
{010} perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.56-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Anorthite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite 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 Anorthite and Sillimanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Anorthite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anorthite and Sillimanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anorthite and Sillimanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anorthite is 3.20-3.26 whereas that of Sillimanite is 3.20-3.26.