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Andradite Garnet and Pyroxmangite Physical Properties


Pyroxmangite 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   
3.76-3.77   

Fracture
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UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None   
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   
(Fe,Mn) 7Si 7O 21Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Andradite Garnet and Pyroxmangite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Pyroxmangite 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 Pyroxmangite chemical formula.

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Andradite Garnet and Pyroxmangite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Pyroxmangite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Pyroxmangite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 3.76-3.77 whereas that of Pyroxmangite is 3.76-3.77.

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