Home
Gemstones


Sillimanite and Selenite Physical Properties


Selenite and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.26   
Not Available   

Fracture
Splintery   
Not Available   

Cleavage
{010} perfect   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
6-7.5   
2   

Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Not Available   

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

Sillimanite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

Compare Blue Gemstones

Sillimanite and Selenite Specific Gravity

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

Blue Gemstones

Blue Gemstones


Compare Blue Gemstones