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Andradite Garnet
Andradite Garnet

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Andradite Garnet and Herderite 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
3.8-3.92.90-3.02
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Indistinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
CaBePO 4(F,OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Andradite Garnet and Herderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Herderite 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 Herderite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Herderite- CaBePO 4(F,OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Andradite Garnet and Herderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Herderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Herderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.90-3.02 whereas that of Herderite is 2.90-3.02.