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Mottramite and Andradite Physical Properties


Andradite and Mottramite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9  
3.70-4.10  

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
None observed  
none  

Mohs Hardness
3  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
PbCu(VO4)(OH)  
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Mottramite and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mottramite 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 Mottramite and Andradite chemical formula.

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Mottramite and Andradite Specific Gravity

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

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