Andradite Garnet and Caledonite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
  
Brittle
  
Solubility
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Not Available
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9
  
5.6-5.76
  
Fracture
Not Available
  
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  
Cleavage
None
  
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
  
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
  
2.5-3
  
Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  
Andradite Garnet and Caledonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Andradite Garnet and Caledonite 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 Caledonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
- Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Andradite Garnet and Caledonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Caledonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Caledonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 5.6-5.76 whereas that of Caledonite is 5.6-5.76.