Andesine and Agalmatolite Physical Properties

Andesine

Agalmatolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.65-2.69Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {001}, good on {010}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Andesine and Agalmatolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Agalmatolite 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 Andesine and Agalmatolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Andesine and Agalmatolite Specific Gravity

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