Triplite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Triplite

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

3.85-3.943.8-3.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.56.5-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

Triplite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite 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 Triplite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

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Triplite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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