Brazilianite and Andradite Physical Properties

Brazilianite and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Brazilianite 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 Brazilianite and Andradite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Brazilianite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Brazilianite and Andradite Specific Gravity

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