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Sphene and Andradite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-9999
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Perfect
-9999
CaTiSiO5
 
Brittle
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3.70-4.10
Conchoidal, Uneven
none
6.5-7
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Sphene and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene 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 Sphene and Andradite chemical formula.

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Sphene and Andradite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sphene and Andradite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sphene Vs Andradite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sphene is whereas that of Andradite is .