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Sillimanite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Slowly dissolves in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.26
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Splintery
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} perfect
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Not Available

Sillimanite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Sillimanite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sillimanite and Langbeinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sillimanite and Langbeinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sillimanite is Not Available whereas that of Langbeinite is Not Available.