Sardonyx and Andalusite Physical Properties

Sardonyx

Andalusite

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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

2.55-2.703.05-3.21

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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Good on {110}, poor on {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-77.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Sardonyx and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sardonyx 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 Sardonyx and Andalusite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

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Sardonyx and Andalusite Specific Gravity

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