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Andradite Garnet and Arfvedsonite Physical Properties


Arfvedsonite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9   
3.3-3.5   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
None   
Perfect on [110]   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   
NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2   

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Andradite Garnet and Arfvedsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Arfvedsonite 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 Arfvedsonite chemical formula.

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Andradite Garnet and Arfvedsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Arfvedsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Arfvedsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 3.3-3.5 whereas that of Arfvedsonite is 3.3-3.5.

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