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Jet and Sillimanite Physical Properties

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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
1.19-1.35
3.20-3.26
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{010} perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-4
6-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Jet and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jet 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 Jet and Sillimanite chemical formula.

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

Jet and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

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