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Andradite Garnet and Staurolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9
3.7-3.8
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Distinct on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
(Fe,Mg,Zn) 2Al 9(Si,Al) 4O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Andradite Garnet and Staurolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite Garnet and Staurolite 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 Staurolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Staurolite- (Fe,Mg,Zn) 2Al 9(Si,Al) 4O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Andradite Garnet and Staurolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Staurolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Staurolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 3.7-3.8 whereas that of Staurolite is 3.7-3.8.