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Andradite Garnet and Caledonite Physical Properties


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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)   

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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.

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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.

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