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Goldstone and Andradite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.50-2.80
3.70-4.10
1.5 Fracture
torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Au
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Goldstone and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goldstone 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 Goldstone and Andradite chemical formula.

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

Goldstone and Andradite Specific Gravity

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