Andalusite and Zebra Rock Physical Properties

Andalusite

Zebra Rock

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.05-3.21Not Available

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

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Andalusite and Zebra Rock Chemical Formula

While comparing Andalusite and Zebra Rock 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 Zebra Rock chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

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Andalusite and Zebra Rock Specific Gravity

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