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Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe
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Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe 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
3.25-3.28
3.05-3.21
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Distinct, {001} Poor, {110} Poor
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Fe++Al2BO3Si4O12(OH)
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe 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 Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe and Andalusite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe- Ca2Fe++Al2BO3Si4O12(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Ferro-axinite Axinite-Fe and Andalusite Specific Gravity

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

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