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Almandine Garnet and Amblygonite Physical Properties

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
4.3
2.98-3.10
1.5 Fracture
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Sub-Conchoidal, Irregular/uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None.
[100] Perfect, [110] Good, [011] Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8.5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe3Al2Si3O12
(Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Almandine Garnet and Amblygonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Almandine Garnet and Amblygonite 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 Almandine Garnet and Amblygonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Almandine Garnet- Fe3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Amblygonite- (Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Almandine Garnet and Amblygonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Almandine Garnet and Amblygonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Almandine Garnet and Amblygonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Almandine Garnet is 2.98-3.10 whereas that of Amblygonite is 2.98-3.10.

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