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Biotite and Andesine Physical Properties


Andesine and Biotite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.7-3.3  
2.65-2.69  

Fracture
Uneven, Even  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on the {001}  
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}  

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3.0  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2  
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8  

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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.

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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.

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