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Hbnerite and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Sillimanite and Hbnerite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Tough  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
7.12-7.18  
3.20-3.26  

Fracture
-  
Splintery  

Cleavage
Perfect  
{010} perfect  

Mohs Hardness
4-4.5  
6-7.5  

Chemical Composition
MnWO4  
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Hbnerite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hbnerite 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 Hbnerite and Sillimanite chemical formula.

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Hbnerite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

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

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