Home
Gemstones


Astrophyllite and Amber Physical Properties


Amber and Astrophyllite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.2-3.4  
1.05-1.10  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on [001] imperfect on [100]  
None  

Mohs Hardness
3  
2-2.5  

Chemical Composition
(K,Na) 3(Fe2+ ,Mn) 7Ti 2Si 8O 24(O,OH) 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  
[C,H,O]  

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

Astrophyllite and Amber Chemical Formula

While comparing Astrophyllite and Amber 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 Astrophyllite and Amber chemical formula.

Compare Green Gemstones

Astrophyllite and Amber Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Astrophyllite and Amber Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Astrophyllite and Amber Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Astrophyllite is 1.05-1.10 whereas that of Amber is 1.05-1.10.

Green Gemstones

Green Gemstones


Compare Green Gemstones