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Sillimanite and Flint Physical Properties


Flint and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.26  
-9999  

Fracture
Splintery  
Uneven  

Cleavage
{010} perfect  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-7.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
SiO2  

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Sillimanite and Flint Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite and Flint 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 Flint chemical formula.

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Sillimanite and Flint Specific Gravity

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

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