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Zincite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.50-5.90
3.8-3.9
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Zincite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Zincite 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 Zincite and Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Zincite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

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