Milarite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Milarite

Andradite Garnet

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.52-2.603.8-3.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic

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1.6 Cleavage

{0001} Imperfect, {1120} Imperfect

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66.5-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

Milarite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Milarite 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 Milarite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Milarite- KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

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Milarite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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