Goshenite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Goshenite

Andradite Garnet

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.90

3.8-3.9

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8

6.5-7.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

Goshenite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite 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 Goshenite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

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Goshenite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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