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Copper and Andradite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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3.70-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Copper and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Copper 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 Copper and Andradite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Copper- Cu
  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Copper and Andradite Specific Gravity

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