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Andradite Garnet
Andradite Garnet

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Andradite Garnet and Chalcedony Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.8-3.92.55-2.70
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann
1.6 Cleavage
None
Absent
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.56.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
SiO2

Andradite Garnet and Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Chalcedony 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 Chalcedony chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Chalcedony- SiO2

Andradite Garnet and Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.