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Cerussite
Cerussite

Andradite Garnet
Andradite Garnet



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Cerussite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.46-6.573.8-3.9
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
Good [110] and [021]
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.56.5-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Cerussite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Cerussite 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 Cerussite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Cerussite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cerussite and Andradite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cerussite and Andradite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cerussite is 3.8-3.9 whereas that of Andradite Garnet is 3.8-3.9.