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Cobaltite 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
6.3
3.8-3.9
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Cobaltite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Cobaltite 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 Cobaltite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Cobaltite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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