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Sillimanite and Wernerite 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
3.20-3.262.50-2.80
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery
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1.6 Cleavage
{010} perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7.55-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Sillimanite and Wernerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite and Wernerite 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 Wernerite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Wernerite- Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Sillimanite and Wernerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sillimanite and Wernerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sillimanite and Wernerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sillimanite is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Wernerite is 2.50-2.80.