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Chrysoprase and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

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
2.58-2.64
3.8-3.9
1.5 Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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1.6 Cleavage
None
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Chrysoprase and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Chrysoprase and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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

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