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Smithsonite and Andalusite Physical Properties


Andalusite and Smithsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.00-4.65  
3.05-3.21  

Fracture
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery  

Cleavage
Perfect on [1011]  
Good on {110}, poor on {100}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
7.5  

Chemical Composition
ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  

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Smithsonite and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite and Andalusite chemical formula.

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Smithsonite and Andalusite Specific Gravity

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

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