Mullite | |
Chemical Formula |
Al6Si2O13 |
Species |
Silicates |
Crystal System |
Orthorhombic |
Mohs Scale |
6-7 |
Specific Gravity |
3.17 |
Color |
Colorless to pale pink or grey |
Streak |
White |
Luster |
Vitreous |
Refractive Index |
n = 1.642 - 1.653 n = 1.644 - 1.655 n = 1.654 - 1.679 |
Diaphaneity |
Transparent, Translucent |
Cleavage |
Distinct/GoodDistinct on |
Crystal Habit:Prismatic to acicular crystals |