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Andradite and Indicolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10
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1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
none
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Andradite and Indicolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite and Indicolite 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 Indicolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Andradite and Indicolite Specific Gravity

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