Sillimanite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Sillimanite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Sylvite- KCl

Sillimanite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sillimanite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sillimanite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sillimanite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.