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Andesine and Powellite Physical Properties


Powellite and Andesine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69   
4.23   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

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

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8   
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Andesine and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Powellite 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 Powellite chemical formula.

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Andesine and Powellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Powellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Powellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 4.23 whereas that of Powellite is 4.23.

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