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Mimetite and Andesine Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
7.10
2.65-2.69
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
[10 1 1] Imperfect
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Mimetite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Mimetite 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 Mimetite and Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Mimetite and Andesine Specific Gravity

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

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