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Sillimanite and Hureaulite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.263.19
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery
Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{010} perfect
{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7.53.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mn2+5(PO 4) 2(PO 3OH) 2 · 4H 2O)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sillimanite and Hureaulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite and Hureaulite 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 Hureaulite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Hureaulite- Mn2+5(PO 4) 2(PO 3OH) 2 · 4H 2O)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sillimanite and Hureaulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sillimanite and Hureaulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sillimanite and Hureaulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sillimanite is 3.19 whereas that of Hureaulite is 3.19.