Hackmanite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Hackmanite

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

2.27-2.33

3.8-3.9

1.5 Fracture

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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1.6 Cleavage

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None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6

6.5-7.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

Hackmanite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Hackmanite 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 Hackmanite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

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Hackmanite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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