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Andalusite
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Kashmir sapphire
Kashmir sapphire



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Andalusite and Kashmir sapphire 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
3.05-3.21Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
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
7.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Andalusite and Kashmir sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Andalusite and Kashmir sapphire 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 Kashmir sapphire 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 Kashmir sapphire Specific Gravity

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