Andradite Garnet and Norbergite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9
  
3.177
  
Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
  
Cleavage
None
  
{???} Distinct
  
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
  
6-6.5
  
Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  
Andradite Garnet and Norbergite Chemical Formula
While comparing Andradite Garnet and Norbergite 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 Norbergite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
- Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Andradite Garnet and Norbergite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Norbergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Norbergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 3.177 whereas that of Norbergite is 3.177.