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Wernerite and Andesine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.50-2.80
2.65-2.69
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Wernerite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Wernerite 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 Wernerite and Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Wernerite- Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Wernerite and Andesine Specific Gravity

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