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Unakite and Andalusite Physical Properties


Andalusite and Unakite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.85-3.20   
3.05-3.21   

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

Cleavage
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Good on {110}, poor on {100}   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
7.5   

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

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Unakite and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Unakite 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 Unakite and Andalusite chemical formula.

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Unakite and Andalusite Specific Gravity

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

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