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Sillimanite and Scorzalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.263.31
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{010} perfect
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7.55.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sillimanite and Scorzalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite and Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sillimanite and Scorzalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sillimanite and Scorzalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sillimanite and Scorzalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sillimanite is 3.31 whereas that of Scorzalite is 3.31.