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Richterite and Andradite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.5
3.70-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Richterite and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite 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 Richterite and Andradite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Richterite and Andradite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Andradite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Andradite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Andradite is 3.70-4.10.