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Andalusite and Apophyllite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.05-3.21
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
7.5
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
 
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2.30-2.50
Uneven
Perfect on (001)
4.5-5
KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Andalusite and Apophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andalusite and Apophyllite 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 Andalusite and Apophyllite chemical formula.

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Andalusite and Apophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andalusite and Apophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andalusite Vs Apophyllite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andalusite is whereas that of Apophyllite is .