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Andradite Garnet and Aegirine Physical Properties


Aegirine and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9   
3.50-3.60   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
None   
Good on {110}, (110) ^ (1 1 0) ≈87°; parting on {100}   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
6   

Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   
(Na,Fe,Ca)Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Andradite Garnet and Aegirine Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Aegirine 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 Garnet and Aegirine chemical formula.

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Andradite Garnet and Aegirine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Aegirine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Aegirine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 3.50-3.60 whereas that of Aegirine is 3.50-3.60.

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