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Andradite and Bort Physical Properties


Bort and Andradite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
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Durability
Not Available   
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Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10   
Not Available   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Not Available   

Cleavage
none   
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Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
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Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Not Available   

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Andradite and Bort Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite and Bort 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 Bort chemical formula.

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Andradite and Bort Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite and Bort Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite and Bort Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite is Not Available whereas that of Bort is Not Available.

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