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Andradite Garnet and Crystal Opal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9
1.97-2.22
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
5.5-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Andradite Garnet and Crystal Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Crystal Opal 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 Crystal Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Crystal Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Andradite Garnet and Crystal Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Crystal Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Crystal Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 1.97-2.22 whereas that of Crystal Opal is 1.97-2.22.