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Andalusite and Jasper Physical Properties

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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
3.05-3.212.58-2.91
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.56.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Andalusite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Andalusite and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2

Andalusite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andalusite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andalusite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andalusite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.