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Geodes and Andradite Physical Properties


Andradite and Geodes Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
3.70-4.10  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
none  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
-  
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Geodes and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Geodes 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 Geodes and Andradite chemical formula.

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Geodes and Andradite Specific Gravity

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

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