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Cymophane 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
3.69-3.81
2.65-2.69
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
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
BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Cymophane and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Cymophane 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 Cymophane and Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Cymophane and Andesine Specific Gravity

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