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Gahnospinel and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


Andradite Garnet and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.65-4.55   
3.8-3.9   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Not Available   

Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting   
None   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
6.5-7.5   

Chemical Composition
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   

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Gahnospinel and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Gahnospinel 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 Gahnospinel and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

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Gahnospinel and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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

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