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Zultanite and Sillimanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Tough
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available3.20-3.26
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
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{010} perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-76-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Zultanite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zultanite 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 Zultanite and Sillimanite chemical formula.

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

Zultanite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

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