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Achroite and Tsavorite Garnet Physical Properties


Tsavorite Garnet and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40   
3.6   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
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Cleavage
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None   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.   
Ca3Al2Si3O12   

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Achroite and Tsavorite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Tsavorite 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 Achroite and Tsavorite Garnet chemical formula.

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Achroite and Tsavorite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Tsavorite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Tsavorite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 3.6 whereas that of Tsavorite Garnet is 3.6.

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