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Marcasite 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
4.80-4.90
3.8-3.9
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
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1.6 Cleavage
{010} Indistinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Marcasite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Marcasite 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 Marcasite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Marcasite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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