Colemanite and Andalusite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.40-2.42
3.05-3.21
Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
Chemical Composition
Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Colemanite and Andalusite Chemical Formula
While comparing Colemanite 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 Colemanite and Andalusite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Colemanite- Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Colemanite and Andalusite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Colemanite and Andalusite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Colemanite and Andalusite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Colemanite is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Andalusite is 3.05-3.21.