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Inderite and Sillimanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Tough
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.793.20-3.26
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
{010} perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.56-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Inderite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Inderite 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 Inderite and Sillimanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Inderite- MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Inderite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

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