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Andradite Garnet and Pyrope Spessartine 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
3.62-4.33
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012)
1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Andradite Garnet and Pyrope Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Pyrope Spessartine 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 Pyrope Spessartine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Pyrope Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Andradite Garnet and Pyrope Spessartine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Pyrope Spessartine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Pyrope Spessartine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 3.62-4.33 whereas that of Pyrope Spessartine is 3.62-4.33.