Andalusite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Physical Properties

Andalusite

Vesuvianite Idocrase

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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

3.05-3.213.25-3.50

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

1.6 Cleavage

Good on {110}, poor on {100}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Andalusite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Andalusite and Vesuvianite Idocrase 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 Vesuvianite Idocrase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Vesuvianite Idocrase- Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Andalusite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andalusite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andalusite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andalusite is 3.25-3.50 whereas that of Vesuvianite Idocrase is 3.25-3.50.