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Andradite and Prehnite 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
2.80-2.95
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
none
Distinct on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Andradite and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite and Prehnite 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 Prehnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Andradite and Prehnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.