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Sillimanite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Slowly dissolves in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.26  
-9999  

Fracture
Splintery  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{010} perfect  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-7.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
K2Mg2(SO4)3  

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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.

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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 whereas that of Langbeinite is .

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