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Milky quartz and Andradite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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3.70-4.10
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Milky quartz and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Milky quartz 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 Milky quartz and Andradite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Milky quartz and Andradite Specific Gravity

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