Topaz and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Topaz

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

3.49-3.573.8-3.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

[001] Perfect

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

86.5-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

Topaz and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz 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 Topaz and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Topaz- Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂
Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

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Topaz and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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