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Dravite 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
3.03-3.18
3.8-3.9
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Dravite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite 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 Dravite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Dravite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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