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Scorodite and Andradite Physical Properties


Andradite and Scorodite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
3.70-4.10   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   
none   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Scorodite and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite and Andradite chemical formula.

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Scorodite and Andradite Specific Gravity

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

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