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Sillimanite and Gyrolite Physical Properties


Gyrolite and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.26   
2.48   

Fracture
Splintery   
Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
{010} perfect   
Perfect on {001}   

Mohs Hardness
6-7.5   
2   

Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)   

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Sillimanite and Gyrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite and Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite chemical formula.

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Sillimanite and Gyrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sillimanite and Gyrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sillimanite and Gyrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sillimanite is 2.48 whereas that of Gyrolite is 2.48.

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