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Andradite Garnet and Kainite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9
2.15
1.5 Fracture
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Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
{001}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
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Andradite Garnet and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Kainite 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 Kainite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
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Andradite Garnet and Kainite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Kainite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Kainite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.15 whereas that of Kainite is 2.15.