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Andradite Garnet and Chondrodite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9
3.10-3.20
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Poor to good on (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
(Mg,Fe) 5(SiO 4) 2(F,OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Andradite Garnet and Chondrodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Chondrodite 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 Chondrodite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Chondrodite- (Mg,Fe) 5(SiO 4) 2(F,OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Andradite Garnet and Chondrodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Chondrodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Chondrodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 3.10-3.20 whereas that of Chondrodite is 3.10-3.20.