×

Andesine
Andesine

Gypsum
Gypsum



ADD
Compare
X
Andesine
X
Gypsum

Andesine and Gypsum Physical Properties

Add ⊕
1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Flexible
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65-2.692.20-2.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.52
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Andesine and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Gypsum 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 Gypsum chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Andesine and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.