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Citrine and Andalusite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
3.05-3.21
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Citrine and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Citrine 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 Citrine and Andalusite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Citrine and Andalusite Specific Gravity

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