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Holmquistite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


Andradite Garnet and Holmquistite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.95-3.13   
3.8-3.9   

Fracture
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Cleavage
{210} Perfect   
None   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6.5-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   

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Holmquistite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Holmquistite 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 Holmquistite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

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Holmquistite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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

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