Augite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
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Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56
3.8-3.9
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Not Available
Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct
None
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6.5-7.5
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
Augite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula
While comparing Augite and Andradite Garnet 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 Augite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Augite- (Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
Augite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Andradite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Andradite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 3.8-3.9 whereas that of Andradite Garnet is 3.8-3.9.