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Andalusite and Eilat stone Physical Properties


Eilat stone and Andalusite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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-  

Durability
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-  

Specific Gravity
3.05-3.21  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery  
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Cleavage
Good on {110}, poor on {100}  
-  

Mohs Hardness
7.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  
Cu3(PO4)(OH)3  

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Andalusite and Eilat stone Chemical Formula

While comparing Andalusite and Eilat stone 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 Eilat stone chemical formula.

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Andalusite and Eilat stone Specific Gravity

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

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