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Prismatine and Andalusite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.34
3.05-3.21
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Prismatine and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prismatine 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 Prismatine and Andalusite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Prismatine and Andalusite Specific Gravity

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

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