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Scorzalite and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Sillimanite and Scorzalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Tough   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.31   
3.20-3.26   

Fracture
Uneven   
Splintery   

Cleavage
{110} Good   
{010} perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
6-7.5   

Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Scorzalite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite and Sillimanite chemical formula.

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Scorzalite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

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

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