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Andesine and Fluorapatite Physical Properties

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
2.65-2.693.1-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.55
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Andesine and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Fluorapatite 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 Fluorapatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Andesine and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Fluorapatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Fluorapatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 3.1-3.25 whereas that of Fluorapatite is 3.1-3.25.