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Sillimanite and Brazilianite Physical Properties


Brazilianite 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   
2.98-2.99   

Fracture
Splintery   
Conchoidal, Gems   

Cleavage
{010} perfect   
(010) Distinct to good   

Mohs Hardness
6-7.5   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Sillimanite and Brazilianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite and Brazilianite 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 Brazilianite chemical formula.

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Sillimanite and Brazilianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sillimanite and Brazilianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sillimanite and Brazilianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sillimanite is 2.98-2.99 whereas that of Brazilianite is 2.98-2.99.

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