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Sanidine and Goldstone 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
2.54-2.61
2.50-2.80
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Au

Sanidine and Goldstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Sanidine and Goldstone 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 Sanidine and Goldstone chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sanidine- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Goldstone- Au

Sanidine and Goldstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sanidine and Goldstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sanidine and Goldstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sanidine is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Goldstone is 2.50-2.80.