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Andradite Garnet
Andradite Garnet

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Andradite Garnet and Amber Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.8-3.91.05-1.10
Achroite
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.52-2.5
Adamite
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
[C,H,O]

Andradite Garnet and Amber Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Amber 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 Amber chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]

Andradite Garnet and Amber Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Amber Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Amber Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 1.05-1.10 whereas that of Amber is 1.05-1.10.