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Bloodstone Heliotrope 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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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70
2.65-2.69
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Bloodstone Heliotrope and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Bloodstone Heliotrope 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 Bloodstone Heliotrope and Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bloodstone Heliotrope- SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Bloodstone Heliotrope and Andesine Specific Gravity

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

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