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Andalusite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Bixbite and Andalusite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.05-3.21  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery  
-  

Cleavage
Good on {110}, poor on {100}  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
7.5  
7.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  
Be3Al2(SiO3)6  

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Andalusite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andalusite and Bixbite 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 Bixbite chemical formula.

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Andalusite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

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

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