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Violane and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties


Andradite Garnet and Violane Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.22-3.40   
3.8-3.9   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
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None   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6.5-7.5   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12   

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Violane and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Violane 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 Violane and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

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Violane and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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

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