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Chlorite group 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
2.6-3.3
2.65-2.69
1.5 Fracture
Lamellar
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect 001
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Chlorite group and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group and Andesine chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Chlorite group and Andesine Specific Gravity

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

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