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Garnet Malaia
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Garnet Malaia and Andradite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available3.70-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.56.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Garnet Malaia and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Garnet Malaia and Andradite 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 Garnet Malaia and Andradite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Garnet Malaia and Andradite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Garnet Malaia and Andradite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Garnet Malaia and Andradite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Garnet Malaia is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Andradite is 3.70-4.10.