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Sillimanite and Jacinth Physical Properties


Jacinth and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.26  
-9999  

Fracture
Splintery  
-  

Cleavage
{010} perfect  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-7.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
ZrSiO4  

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Sillimanite and Jacinth Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite and Jacinth 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 Jacinth chemical formula.

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Sillimanite and Jacinth Specific Gravity

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

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