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Andesine and Wavellite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69
2.36
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Andesine and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Andesine and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.