Esperite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Esperite

Andradite Garnet

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.28-4.423.8-3.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic

Not Available

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.56.5-7.5

2 10

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

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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.