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Biotite and Andesine Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.7-3.32.65-2.69
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Even, Yellow, White
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on the {001}
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3.06-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Biotite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite 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 Biotite and Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Biotite and Andesine Specific Gravity

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