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Andradite Garnet and Dolomite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Poorly soluble in dilute HCl
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9
2.80-2.95
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect on {10 1 1}, rhombohedral cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
CaMg(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Andradite Garnet and Dolomite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Dolomite 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 Dolomite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Dolomite- CaMg(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Andradite Garnet and Dolomite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Dolomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Dolomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Dolomite is 2.80-2.95.