Hackmanite and Andalusite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.27-2.33
3.05-3.21
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Not Available
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Hackmanite and Andalusite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hackmanite 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 Hackmanite and Andalusite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Hackmanite and Andalusite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hackmanite and Andalusite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hackmanite and Andalusite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hackmanite is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Andalusite is 3.05-3.21.