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Andesine and Hauyne Physical Properties


Hauyne and Andesine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Gelatinises in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69   
2.4-2.5   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}   
Distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8   
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   

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Andesine and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

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Andesine and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.

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