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Leucite and Sillimanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Tough
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.45-2.50
3.20-3.26
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {110}
{010} perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Leucite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucite 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 Leucite and Sillimanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Leucite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

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