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Andradite Garnet and Carletonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9
2.45
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect on {001}, good on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
4-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
KNa 4Ca 4Si 8O 18(CO 3) 4(OH,F) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Andradite Garnet and Carletonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Carletonite 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 Carletonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Carletonite- KNa 4Ca 4Si 8O 18(CO 3) 4(OH,F) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Andradite Garnet and Carletonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Carletonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Carletonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.45 whereas that of Carletonite is 2.45.