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Nepouite and Andalusite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.18-3.24
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perfect on {001}
2
Ni3(Si2O5)(OH)4
 
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3.05-3.21
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
7.5
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Nepouite and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nepouite 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 Nepouite and Andalusite chemical formula.

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Nepouite and Andalusite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nepouite and Andalusite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nepouite Vs Andalusite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nepouite is whereas that of Andalusite is .