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Andradite Garnet and Papagoite Physical Properties


Papagoite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9   
3.25   

Fracture
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Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
None   
Imperfect in one direction   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Andradite Garnet and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

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Andradite Garnet and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.

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