Tsavorite Garnet and Andalusite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.6
  
3.05-3.21
  
Fracture
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Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
None
  
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
  
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
  
7.5
  
Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
  
Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
  
Tsavorite Garnet and Andalusite Chemical Formula
While comparing Tsavorite Garnet and Andalusite 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 Tsavorite Garnet and Andalusite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Tsavorite Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
- Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Tsavorite Garnet and Andalusite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tsavorite Garnet and Andalusite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tsavorite Garnet and Andalusite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tsavorite Garnet is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Andalusite is 3.05-3.21.