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Andradite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Elastic
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10
2.9-3.1
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
none
Perfect basal {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
3.5-4.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Andradite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Andradite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.