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Jet and Andesine Physical Properties

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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
1.19-1.35
2.65-2.69
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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
2.5-4
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Jet and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Jet 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 Jet and Andesine chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Jet and Andesine Specific Gravity

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