Andradite Garnet and Moldavite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9
  
2.32-2.38
  
Fracture
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ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Cleavage
None
  
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Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
  
5.5
  
Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Andradite Garnet and Moldavite Chemical Formula
While comparing Andradite Garnet and Moldavite 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 Moldavite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
- Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Andradite Garnet and Moldavite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Moldavite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Moldavite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.32-2.38 whereas that of Moldavite is 2.32-2.38.