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Moss Agate 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
2.58-2.64
3.8-3.9
1.5 Fracture
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1.6 Cleavage
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None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Moss Agate and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Moss Agate 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 Moss Agate and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moss Agate- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Moss Agate and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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