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Elaeolite and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Sillimanite and Elaeolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Tough   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.67   
3.20-3.26   

Fracture
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Splintery   

Cleavage
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{010} perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
6-7.5   

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

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Elaeolite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elaeolite 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 Elaeolite and Sillimanite chemical formula.

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Elaeolite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

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

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