Steatite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Steatite

Andradite Garnet

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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

2.20-2.803.8-3.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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1.6 Cleavage

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None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available6.5-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

Steatite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite 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 Steatite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

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Steatite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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