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Starlite and Sillimanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Tough
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.91-4.733.20-3.26
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{010} perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.56-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Starlite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite 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 Starlite and Sillimanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Starlite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

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