Ekanite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Ekanite

Andradite Garnet

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.28-3.323.8-3.9

1 7.18

1.6 Fracture

Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven

Not Available

1.8 Cleavage

{101} Distinct

None

1.10 Mohs Hardness

6-6.56.5-7.5

2 10

2.8 Chemical Composition

ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

Ekanite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite 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 Ekanite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

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Ekanite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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