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Sillimanite and Piemontite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.26
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Splintery
Uneven, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
{010} perfect
[001] good, [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Sillimanite and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

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

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