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Polyhalite and Andalusite Physical Properties


Andalusite and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.78  
3.05-3.21  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery  

Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}  
Good on {110}, poor on {100}  

Mohs Hardness
3.5  
7.5  

Chemical Composition
K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O  
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  

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Polyhalite and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite and Andalusite chemical formula.

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Polyhalite and Andalusite Specific Gravity

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

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