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Andalusite and Tortoiseshell Physical Properties


Tortoiseshell 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   
1.25-1.35   

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
Good on {110}, poor on {100}   
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Mohs Hardness
7.5   
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Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   
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Andalusite and Tortoiseshell Chemical Formula

While comparing Andalusite and Tortoiseshell 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 Tortoiseshell chemical formula.

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Andalusite and Tortoiseshell Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andalusite and Tortoiseshell Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andalusite and Tortoiseshell Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andalusite is 1.25-1.35 whereas that of Tortoiseshell is 1.25-1.35.

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