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Almandine Garnet
Almandine Garnet

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Almandine Garnet and Enstatite 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
4.33.20-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None.
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8.55.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe3Al2Si3O12
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Almandine Garnet and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Almandine Garnet and Enstatite 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 Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Almandine Garnet- Fe3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Almandine Garnet and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Almandine Garnet and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Almandine Garnet and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Almandine Garnet is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.