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Hessonite Garnet
Hessonite Garnet

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Hessonite Garnet and Andradite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-9999
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None
-9999
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3
 
Brittle
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3.70-4.10
Conchoidal, Uneven
none
6.5-7
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Hessonite Garnet and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hessonite Garnet 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 Hessonite Garnet and Andradite chemical formula.

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Hessonite Garnet and Andradite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hessonite Garnet and Andradite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hessonite Garnet Vs Andradite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hessonite Garnet is whereas that of Andradite is .