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Andesine and Gaylussite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
decomposes in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65-2.691.93-1.99
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.52.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Andesine and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Andesine and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.