Andradite Garnet and Lepidolite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9
  
2.80-2.90
  
Fracture
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Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
None
  
{001} perfect
  
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
  
2.5
  
Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  
Andradite Garnet and Lepidolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Andradite Garnet and Lepidolite 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 Lepidolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
- Chemical formula of Lepidolite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Andradite Garnet and Lepidolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Lepidolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Lepidolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.80-2.90 whereas that of Lepidolite is 2.80-2.90.