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Rutilated Quartz 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
2.65
3.8-3.9
1.5 Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Rutilated Quartz and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutilated Quartz 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 Rutilated Quartz and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rutilated Quartz- Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2
  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Rutilated Quartz and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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