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Langbeinite and Andalusite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Slowly dissolves in water
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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3.05-3.21
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Langbeinite and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite and Andalusite chemical formula.

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

Langbeinite and Andalusite Specific Gravity

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

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