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Bixbite and Andalusite Physical Properties


Andalusite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.05-3.21   

Fracture
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Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
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Good on {110}, poor on {100}   

Mohs Hardness
7.5   
7.5   

Chemical Composition
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Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   

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Bixbite and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bixbite and Andalusite 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 Bixbite and Andalusite chemical formula.

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Bixbite and Andalusite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bixbite and Andalusite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bixbite and Andalusite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bixbite is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Andalusite is 3.05-3.21.

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