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Meionite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


Andradite Garnet and Meionite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.78   
3.8-3.9   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Not Available   

Cleavage
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct   
None   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6.5-7.5   

Chemical Composition
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   

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Meionite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Meionite 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 Meionite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

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Meionite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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

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