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Esperite 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
4.28-4.42
3.8-3.9
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Esperite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Esperite 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 Esperite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Esperite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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