Scheelite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Scheelite

Andradite Garnet

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.9-6.33.8-3.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

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1.6 Cleavage

On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.5-56.5-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

Scheelite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite 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 Scheelite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

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Scheelite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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