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Sillimanite and Blue John Physical Properties


Blue John and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.26   
3.00-3.25   

Fracture
Splintery   
Not Available   

Cleavage
{010} perfect   
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Mohs Hardness
6-7.5   
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Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Sillimanite and Blue John Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite and Blue John 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 Sillimanite and Blue John chemical formula.

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Sillimanite and Blue John Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sillimanite and Blue John Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sillimanite and Blue John Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sillimanite is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Blue John is 3.00-3.25.

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