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Bixbite and Andradite Physical Properties


Andradite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
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3.70-4.10   

Fracture
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Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
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none   

Mohs Hardness
7.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
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Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Bixbite and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bixbite and Andradite 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 Bixbite and Andradite chemical formula.

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Bixbite and Andradite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bixbite and Andradite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bixbite and Andradite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bixbite is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Andradite is 3.70-4.10.

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