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Andradite Garnet and Sapphirine 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
3.40-3.58
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
{010} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
(Al,Mg) 8(Al,Si) 6O 20Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Andradite Garnet and Sapphirine Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Sapphirine 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 Sapphirine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Sapphirine- (Al,Mg) 8(Al,Si) 6O 20Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Andradite Garnet and Sapphirine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Sapphirine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Sapphirine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 3.40-3.58 whereas that of Sapphirine is 3.40-3.58.