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Andalusite and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Andalusite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.05-3.21  
3.85-3.94  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
Good on {110}, poor on {100}  
{010} Good, {100} Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
7.5  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Andalusite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andalusite and Triplite 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 Triplite chemical formula.

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Andalusite and Triplite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andalusite and Triplite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andalusite and Triplite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andalusite is 3.85-3.94 whereas that of Triplite is 3.85-3.94.

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