Kyanite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Kyanite

Andradite Garnet

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.53-3.653.8-3.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Splintery, Brittle, Metallic

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1.6 Cleavage

[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4-76.5-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

Kyanite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite 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 Kyanite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

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Kyanite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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