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Hiddenite 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
3.15-3.213.05-3.21
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-77.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Hiddenite and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite and Andalusite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Hiddenite and Andalusite Specific Gravity

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