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Rhodochrosite
Rhodochrosite

Andradite Garnet
Andradite Garnet



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Rhodochrosite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.33.8-3.9
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-46.5-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Rhodochrosite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Rhodochrosite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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