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Anglesite and Andesine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39
2.65-2.69
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Anglesite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Anglesite and Andesine 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 Anglesite and Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anglesite- PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Anglesite and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.

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