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Andesine and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Sillimanite and Andesine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Tough   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69   
3.20-3.26   

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

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}   
{010} perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
6-7.5   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8   
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Andesine and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Sillimanite 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 Sillimanite chemical formula.

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Andesine and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Sillimanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Sillimanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 3.20-3.26 whereas that of Sillimanite is 3.20-3.26.

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