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Andradite Garnet and Celestine 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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9
3.90-4.00
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Andradite Garnet and Celestine Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Celestine 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 Celestine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Andradite Garnet and Celestine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Celestine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Celestine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 3.90-4.00 whereas that of Celestine is 3.90-4.00.

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