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Microlite and Andalusite Physical Properties


Andalusite and Microlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5   
3.05-3.21   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct   
Good on {110}, poor on {100}   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
7.5   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   

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Microlite and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite 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 Microlite and Andalusite chemical formula.

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Microlite and Andalusite Specific Gravity

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

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