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Pyrargyrite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


Andradite Garnet and Pyrargyrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.85   
3.8-3.9   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}   
None   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3   
6.5-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   

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Pyrargyrite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrargyrite 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 Pyrargyrite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

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Pyrargyrite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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

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