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Vanadinite and Andradite Physical Properties


Andradite and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1  
3.70-4.10  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
none  

Mohs Hardness
3-4  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
C20H36  
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Vanadinite and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Andradite chemical formula.

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Vanadinite and Andradite Specific Gravity

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

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