Chlorite group and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Chlorite group

Andradite Garnet

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.6-3.33.8-3.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Lamellar

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1.6 Cleavage

Perfect 001

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2-2.56.5-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

Chlorite group and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

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Chlorite group and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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