Larimar and Andradite Physical Properties

Larimar and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larimar 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 Larimar and Andradite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Larimar- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Larimar and Andradite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larimar and Andradite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larimar and Andradite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larimar is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Andradite is 3.70-4.10.