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Andradite Garnet
Andradite Garnet

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Andradite Garnet and Annabergite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Sectile
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.8-3.93.07
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect on {010}, indistinct on {100} and {102}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.52
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Andradite Garnet and Annabergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Annabergite 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 Annabergite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Annabergite- Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Andradite Garnet and Annabergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Annabergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Annabergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 3.07 whereas that of Annabergite is 3.07.