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Corundum and Andalusite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.90-4.05
3.05-3.21
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None – parting in 3 directions
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Corundum and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Corundum 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 Corundum and Andalusite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Corundum- Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Corundum and Andalusite Specific Gravity

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

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