Andradite Garnet and Vivianite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.8-3.9
  
2.64-2.70
  
Fracture
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(e.g. graphite).
  
Cleavage
None
  
{010} Perfect
  
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
  
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Chemical Composition
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  
Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
  
Andradite Garnet and Vivianite Chemical Formula
While comparing Andradite Garnet and Vivianite 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 Vivianite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
- Chemical formula of Vivianite- Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
Andradite Garnet and Vivianite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andradite Garnet and Vivianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andradite Garnet and Vivianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andradite Garnet is 2.64-2.70 whereas that of Vivianite is 2.64-2.70.