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Andradite and Phenakite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10
2.90-2.98
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
none
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Andradite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Andradite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.