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Andradite and Powellite Physical Properties


Powellite and Andradite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10   
4.23   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
none   
{111} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Andradite and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite and Powellite 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 Powellite chemical formula.

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Andradite and Powellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite and Powellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite and Powellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite is 4.23 whereas that of Powellite is 4.23.

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