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Hexagonite and Andradite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
-
-
2.98-3.03
Uneven
[110] perfect; [010] distinct
5-6
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
 
Brittle
-
-
3.70-4.10
Conchoidal, Uneven
none
6.5-7
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Hexagonite and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite and Andradite chemical formula.

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Hexagonite and Andradite Specific Gravity

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