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Canadian Ammolite and Andalusite Physical Properties


Andalusite and Canadian Ammolite 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
None   
Good on {110}, poor on {100}   

Mohs Hardness
4-4.5   
7.5   

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

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Canadian Ammolite and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Canadian Ammolite 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 Canadian Ammolite and Andalusite chemical formula.

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Canadian Ammolite and Andalusite Specific Gravity

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

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