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Hureaulite and Sillimanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Tough
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.193.20-3.26
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Uneven
Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Distinct
{010} perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.56-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mn2+5(PO 4) 2(PO 3OH) 2 · 4H 2O)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hureaulite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hureaulite 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 Hureaulite and Sillimanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hureaulite- Mn2+5(PO 4) 2(PO 3OH) 2 · 4H 2O)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hureaulite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

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