Gaylussite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Gaylussite

Andradite Garnet

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

decomposes in water

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

1.93-1.993.8-3.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

Not Available

1.6 Cleavage

perfect [110]

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.56.5-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

Gaylussite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

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Gaylussite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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