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Mellite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


Andradite Garnet and Mellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.58-1.60   
3.8-3.9   

Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
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Cleavage
{011} Imperfect   
None   

Mohs Hardness
2   
6.5-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   

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Mellite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Mellite 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 Mellite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

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Mellite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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

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