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Andradite Garnet
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Andradite Garnet and Albite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.8-3.9
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None
6.5-7.5
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
 
Brittle
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2.60-2.65
Uneven, Conchoidal
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
6-6.5
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Andradite Garnet and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Albite 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 Albite chemical formula.

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Andradite Garnet and Albite Specific Gravity

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