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Albite and Andalusite Physical Properties


Andalusite and Albite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.60-2.65  
3.05-3.21  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery  

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}  
Good on {110}, poor on {100}  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
7.5  

Chemical Composition
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  

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Albite and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Albite and Andalusite 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 Albite and Andalusite chemical formula.

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Albite and Andalusite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Albite and Andalusite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Albite and Andalusite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Albite is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Andalusite is 3.05-3.21.

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