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Andradite Garnet and Bastnasite Physical Properties


Bastnasite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


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 O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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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.

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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.

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