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Sillimanite and Scorodite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.26
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1.5 Fracture
Splintery
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
{010} perfect
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Sillimanite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

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

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