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Hibonite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

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
3.84
3.8-3.9
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Hibonite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite 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 Hibonite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Hibonite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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