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Polyhalite and Andesine Physical Properties


Andesine and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.78  
2.65-2.69  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}  
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}  

Mohs Hardness
3.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O  
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8  

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Polyhalite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite and Andesine chemical formula.

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Polyhalite and Andesine Specific Gravity

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

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