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Papagoite and Andesine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.252.65-2.69
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Papagoite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite 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 Papagoite and Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Papagoite and Andesine Specific Gravity

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