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Andradite Garnet
Andradite Garnet

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Andradite Garnet and Biotite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.8-3.9
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None
6.5-7.5
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
 
Brittle
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2.7-3.3
Uneven, Even
Perfect on the {001}
2.5-3.0
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2

Andradite Garnet and Biotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Biotite 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 Biotite chemical formula.

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Andradite Garnet and Biotite Specific Gravity

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