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Andalusite and Moroxite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.05-3.21
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
7.5
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
 
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3.13-3.26
Conchoidal
None
-9999
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Andalusite and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andalusite and Moroxite 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 Moroxite chemical formula.

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Andalusite and Moroxite Specific Gravity

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