Amazonite and Grossular Physical Properties

Amazonite and Grossular Chemical Formula

While comparing Amazonite and Grossular 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 Amazonite and Grossular chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈
• Chemical formula of Grossular- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Amazonite and Grossular Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amazonite and Grossular Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amazonite and Grossular Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amazonite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Grossular is 3.55-3.73.