Sinhalite and Sillimanite Physical Properties

Sinhalite

Sillimanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Tough

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.46-3.503.20-3.26

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{010} perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-76-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sinhalite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite and Sillimanite 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 Sinhalite and Sillimanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sinhalite- MgAlBO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Sinhalite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sinhalite and Sillimanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sinhalite and Sillimanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sinhalite is 3.20-3.26 whereas that of Sillimanite is 3.20-3.26.