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Andesine and Bixbite Physical Properties


Bixbite and Andesine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
7.5  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8  
Be3Al2(SiO3)6  

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Andesine and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Bixbite 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 Bixbite chemical formula.

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Andesine and Bixbite Specific Gravity

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

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