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Andradite Garnet and Lapis lazuli 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
2.50-3.00
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven-Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
None
3,6
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
The chief constituent Lapis Lazuli is Lazurite, with the following chemical formula: (Na,Ca)8Al6Si6O24(S,SO)4

Andradite Garnet and Lapis lazuli Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Lapis lazuli 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 Lapis lazuli chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Lapis lazuli- The chief constituent Lapis Lazuli is Lazurite, with the following chemical formula: (Na,Ca)8Al6Si6O24(S,SO)4

Andradite Garnet and Lapis lazuli Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Lapis lazuli Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Lapis lazuli Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.50-3.00 whereas that of Lapis lazuli is 2.50-3.00.