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Andradite and Axinite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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3.70-4.10
Conchoidal, Uneven
none
6.5-7
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
 
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3.26-3.36
Conchoidal
Good on {100}
6.5-7
(Ca,Fe,Mn,Mg) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Andradite and Axinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite and Axinite 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 Axinite chemical formula.

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Andradite and Axinite Specific Gravity

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