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Andradite Garnet and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite 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   
2.65-2.90   

Fracture
Not Available   
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.   

Cleavage
None   
{001} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Andradite Garnet and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Andradite Garnet and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.

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