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Andradite Garnet and Glaucophane 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
3-3.15
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
Good on [110] and on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
6.0-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
[ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2

Andradite Garnet and Glaucophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Glaucophane 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 Glaucophane chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Glaucophane- [ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2

Andradite Garnet and Glaucophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Glaucophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Glaucophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 3-3.15 whereas that of Glaucophane is 3-3.15.