Allanite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Allanite

Andradite Garnet

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.40-4.20

3.8-3.9

1.5 Fracture

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1.6 Cleavage

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None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

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6.5-7.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

Allanite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Allanite and Andradite Garnet 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 Allanite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

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Allanite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Allanite and Andradite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Allanite and Andradite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Allanite is 3.8-3.9 whereas that of Andradite Garnet is 3.8-3.9.