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Andesine and Rutilated Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2

Andesine and Rutilated Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Rutilated Quartz 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 Rutilated Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Rutilated Quartz- Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2

Andesine and Rutilated Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Rutilated Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Rutilated Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 2.65 whereas that of Rutilated Quartz is 2.65.