Realgar and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.56
  
3.8-3.9
  
Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
  
Not Available
  
Cleavage
{010} Good
  
None
  
Mohs Hardness
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6.5-7.5
  
Chemical Composition
AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  
Realgar and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula
While comparing Realgar 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 Realgar and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
Realgar and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Andradite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Andradite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.8-3.9 whereas that of Andradite Garnet is 3.8-3.9.