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Andradite Garnet and Sonolite Physical Properties


Sonolite 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   
3.82-4.00   

Fracture
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Cleavage
None   
{???} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   
Mn2+9(SiO 4) 4(OH,F) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Andradite Garnet and Sonolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Sonolite 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 Sonolite chemical formula.

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Andradite Garnet and Sonolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Sonolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Sonolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 3.82-4.00 whereas that of Sonolite is 3.82-4.00.

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