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Andradite and Diamond Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10
3.50-3.53
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
none
111 (perfect in four directions)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
C

Andradite and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite and Diamond 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 Diamond chemical formula.

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

Andradite and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.