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Andradite Garnet and Grandidierite 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
2.85-3.00
1.5 Fracture
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Brittle, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
(Mg,Fe)Al 3(BO 4)(SiO 4)OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Andradite Garnet and Grandidierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Grandidierite 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 Grandidierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Grandidierite- (Mg,Fe)Al 3(BO 4)(SiO 4)OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Andradite Garnet and Grandidierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Grandidierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Grandidierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.85-3.00 whereas that of Grandidierite is 2.85-3.00.