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Andradite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
-
-
3.70-4.10
Conchoidal, Uneven
none
6.5-7
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
 
Brittle
Slowly dissolves in water
-
-9999
Conchoidal
None
3.5-4
K2Mg2(SO4)3

Andradite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Andradite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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