Andradite and Siderite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10
3.83-3.89
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
Cleavage
none
Perfect on {01 1 1}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
3.5-4.5
Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Andradite and Siderite Chemical Formula
While comparing Andradite and Siderite 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 Siderite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Siderite- Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Andradite and Siderite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite and Siderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite and Siderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite is 3.83-3.89 whereas that of Siderite is 3.83-3.89.