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Andradite Garnet and Anglesite Physical Properties


Anglesite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9  
6.30-6.39  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
[001] good, [210] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5  
3-3.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12  
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  

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Andradite Garnet and Anglesite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Anglesite 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 Anglesite chemical formula.

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Andradite Garnet and Anglesite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Anglesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Anglesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 6.30-6.39 whereas that of Anglesite is 6.30-6.39.

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