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Datolite and Andradite Physical Properties


Andradite and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00   
3.70-4.10   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None   
none   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Datolite and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite 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 Datolite and Andradite chemical formula.

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Datolite and Andradite Specific Gravity

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

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