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Cubic Zirconia 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
5.50-6.00
2.65-2.69
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2 + CaO or Y 2O 3 or MgOUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Cubic Zirconia and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Cubic Zirconia 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 Cubic Zirconia and Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cubic Zirconia- ZrO 2 + CaO or Y 2O 3 or MgOUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Cubic Zirconia and Andesine Specific Gravity

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

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