Strontianite and Andradite Physical Properties

Strontianite and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Strontianite 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 Strontianite and Andradite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Strontianite and Andradite Specific Gravity

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