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Andradite Garnet and Gibbsite 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
2.35
1.5 Fracture
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Fibrous, Difficult, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
None
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
Al(OH)3

Andradite Garnet and Gibbsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Gibbsite 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 Gibbsite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Gibbsite- Al(OH)3

Andradite Garnet and Gibbsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Gibbsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Gibbsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.35 whereas that of Gibbsite is 2.35.

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