Celestine and Andesine Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.90-4.00
2.65-2.69
Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
Celestine and Andesine Chemical Formula
While comparing Celestine 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 Celestine and Andesine chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
Celestine and Andesine Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Celestine and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Celestine and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Celestine is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.