Sillimanite and Lepidolite Physical Properties

Sillimanite and Lepidolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite and Lepidolite 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 Lepidolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Lepidolite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Sillimanite and Lepidolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sillimanite and Lepidolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sillimanite and Lepidolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sillimanite is 2.80-2.90 whereas that of Lepidolite is 2.80-2.90.