Andesine and Hematite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69
5.00-5.30
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Andesine and Hematite Chemical Formula
While comparing Andesine and Hematite 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 Hematite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
- Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Andesine and Hematite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.