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Zinnwaldite and Andradite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Elastic
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1
3.70-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Zinnwaldite and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Andradite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Zinnwaldite and Andradite Specific Gravity

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