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Nepouite and Andradite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-
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3.18-3.24
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perfect on {001}
2
Ni3(Si2O5)(OH)4
 
Brittle
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3.70-4.10
Conchoidal, Uneven
none
6.5-7
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Nepouite and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nepouite 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 Nepouite and Andradite chemical formula.

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Nepouite and Andradite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nepouite and Andradite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nepouite Vs Andradite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nepouite is whereas that of Andradite is .