Andradite Garnet and Bastnasite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9
  
4.95-5.0
  
Fracture
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Uneven
  
Cleavage
None
  
Imperfect to indistinct on {10 1 0}, parting on {0001}
  
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
  
4-5
  
Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  
(Ce,La)(CO 3)FMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  
Andradite Garnet and Bastnasite Chemical Formula
While comparing Andradite Garnet and Bastnasite 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 Bastnasite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
- Chemical formula of Bastnasite- (Ce,La)(CO 3)FMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Andradite Garnet and Bastnasite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Bastnasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Bastnasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 4.95-5.0 whereas that of Bastnasite is 4.95-5.0.