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Vanadinite and Andesine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1
2.65-2.69
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-4
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
C20H36
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Vanadinite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite and Andesine 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 Vanadinite and Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Vanadinite and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vanadinite and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vanadinite and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vanadinite is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.

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