Andradite Garnet and Emerald Physical Properties

Andradite Garnet

Emerald

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

Hard

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.8-3.92.67-2.78

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

None

Imperfect on the [0001]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7.57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Andradite Garnet and Emerald Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Emerald 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 Emerald chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂
Chemical formula of Emerald- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Andradite Garnet and Emerald Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.67-2.78 whereas that of Emerald is 2.67-2.78.