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Andradite Garnet and Ceylonite Physical Properties


Ceylonite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9   
3.63-3.9   

Fracture
Not Available   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None   
Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   
(Mg,Fe2+ )Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references   

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Andradite Garnet and Ceylonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Ceylonite 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 Ceylonite chemical formula.

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Andradite Garnet and Ceylonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Ceylonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Ceylonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 3.63-3.9 whereas that of Ceylonite is 3.63-3.9.

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