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Violane and Andalusite Physical Properties


Andalusite and Violane Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.22-3.40  
3.05-3.21  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery  

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

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
7.5  

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  

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Violane and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Violane 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 Violane and Andalusite chemical formula.

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Violane and Andalusite Specific Gravity

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

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