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Andalusite and Blue quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.21
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1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Andalusite and Blue quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Andalusite and Blue quartz 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 Blue quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Andalusite and Blue quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andalusite and Blue quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andalusite and Blue quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andalusite is Not Available whereas that of Blue quartz is Not Available.

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