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Andradite
Andradite

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Azurmalachite



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Andradite and Azurmalachite Optical Properties

Optical Properties

Luster

Pleochroism

Dispersion

Transparency

Refractive Index

Optic Character

Crystal System

Birefringence

Clarity

 
Adamantine, Resinous
-
0.06
Transparent
1.88-1.94
-
cubic
0.057
Transparent
 
Vitreous, Silky
-
0.07
Translucent
1.655-1.909
Biaxial/+
monoclinic
0.108-0.254
Translucent

Andradite and Azurmalachite Optic Character

Andradite and Azurmalachite optical properties play a significant role while distinguishing these gemstones from each other. These properties are influenced by the Andradite Vs Azurmalachite like crystallographic symmetry, pleochroism,etc. in the crystal. Some of the optical properties are refractive index, luster, optic character, pleochroism etc. Prominent among these is Andradite and Azurmalachite optic character. You might have noticed your gemologist rotating the gemstone while testing it. Rotating a gemstone along its optic axis helps in determining its optic character.

Andradite and Azurmalachite Transparency

Similar to their colors, Andradite and Azurmalachite transparency can also be used as criteria for their primary identification. Although transparency cannot be the only criteria for gemstone identification, it can efficiently used in gemstone grading. Talking about their transparency, Andradite is while Andradite is in appearance.