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Gaylussite and Andesine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
decomposes in water
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.93-1.992.65-2.69
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
perfect [110]
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Gaylussite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite and Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Gaylussite and Andesine Specific Gravity

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