Ulexite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.65-1.99
  
3.8-3.9
  
Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
  
Not Available
  
Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
  
None
  
Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
  
6.5-7.5
  
Chemical Composition
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
  
Ulexite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula
While comparing Ulexite 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 Ulexite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12
Ulexite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ulexite and Andradite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ulexite and Andradite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ulexite is 3.8-3.9 whereas that of Andradite Garnet is 3.8-3.9.