Alabaster and Andradite Physical Properties

Alabaster and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alabaster and Andradite 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 Alabaster and Andradite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alabaster- CaSO 4 · 2H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
• Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Alabaster and Andradite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alabaster and Andradite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alabaster and Andradite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alabaster is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Andradite is 3.70-4.10.