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Andesine and Kyanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69
3.53-3.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
4-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
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Andesine and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Kyanite 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 Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
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Andesine and Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.