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Catapleiite 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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.72
2.65-2.69
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Catapleiite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite and Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Catapleiite and Andesine Specific Gravity

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

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