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Goldstone and Sillimanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Tough
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.50-2.80
3.20-3.26
1.5 Fracture
torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
None
{010} perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
6-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Au
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goldstone and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goldstone 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 Goldstone and Sillimanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goldstone- Au
  • Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goldstone and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

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