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Sapphire and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


Andradite Garnet and Sapphire Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
insoluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.03   
3.8-3.9   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Not Available   

Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting   
None   

Mohs Hardness
9   
6.5-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3   
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   

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Sapphire and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire 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 Sapphire and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

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Sapphire and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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

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