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Andesine and Blue quartz Physical Properties


Blue quartz and Andesine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Not Available   
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Durability
Not Available   
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Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69   
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Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}   
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Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
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Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8   
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Andesine and Blue quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Blue quartz 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 Blue quartz chemical formula.

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Andesine and Blue quartz Specific Gravity

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

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