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Papagoite 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
3.25
3.8-3.9
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Papagoite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite 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 Papagoite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Papagoite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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