Sphene and Andalusite Physical Properties

Sphene

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

Not Available3.05-3.21

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

Not Available7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Sphene and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene 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 Sphene and Andalusite chemical formula.

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

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Sphene and Andalusite Specific Gravity

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