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Andesine and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Andesine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69   
3.64-3.66   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
8   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8   
MgAl2O4   

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Andesine and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.

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Andesine and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.

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