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Andradite Garnet
Andradite Garnet

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Andradite Garnet and Siderite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.8-3.9
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None
6.5-7.5
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
 
Brittle
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3.83-3.89
Uneven, Conchoidal
Perfect on {01 1 1}
3.5-4.5
Fe2+ CO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Andradite Garnet and Siderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Siderite 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 Siderite chemical formula.

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Andradite Garnet and Siderite Specific Gravity

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