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Andradite Garnet and Hematite Physical Properties


Hematite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9   
5.00-5.30   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
None   
None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
6   

Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   
Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Andradite Garnet and Hematite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Hematite 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 Hematite chemical formula.

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Andradite Garnet and Hematite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.

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