×

Andradite Garnet
Andradite Garnet

Andradite
Andradite



ADD
Compare
X
Andradite Garnet
X
Andradite

Andradite Garnet and Andradite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.8-3.93.70-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.56.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Andradite Garnet and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Andradite 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 Andradite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Andradite Garnet and Andradite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Andradite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Andradite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Andradite is 3.70-4.10.