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Andradite Garnet and Hanksite Physical Properties


Hanksite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Readily soluble in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9   
2.562   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
None   
Good on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   
KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl   

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Andradite Garnet and Hanksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Hanksite 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 Hanksite chemical formula.

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Andradite Garnet and Hanksite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Hanksite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Hanksite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.562 whereas that of Hanksite is 2.562.

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