Andradite Garnet and Verdelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9
2.90-3.40
Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
None
Not Available
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
7-7.5
Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.
Andradite Garnet and Verdelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Andradite Garnet and Verdelite 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 Verdelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
- Chemical formula of Verdelite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.
Andradite Garnet and Verdelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Verdelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Verdelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Verdelite is 2.90-3.40.