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Andradite and Ametrine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
none
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SiO2

Andradite and Ametrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite and Ametrine 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 Andradite and Ametrine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Ametrine- SiO2

Andradite and Ametrine Specific Gravity

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