Sussexite and Sillimanite Physical Properties

Sussexite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sussexite 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 Sussexite and Sillimanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sussexite- Mn2+ BO 2(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sussexite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

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