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Leucophanite and Andesine Physical Properties


Andesine and Leucophanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
2.65-2.69   

Fracture
Brittle, Metallic   
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct   
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8   

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Leucophanite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite and Andesine chemical formula.

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Leucophanite and Andesine Specific Gravity

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

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