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Binghamite and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Sillimanite and Binghamite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Tough   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70   
3.20-3.26   

Fracture
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Splintery   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{010} perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
6-7.5   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Binghamite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Binghamite 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 Binghamite and Sillimanite chemical formula.

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Binghamite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

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

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