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Colemanite and Hydrogrossular Physical Properties


Hydrogrossular and Colemanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.40-2.42   
3.25-3.40   

Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   
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Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct   
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Mohs Hardness
4.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
hydrogrossular Massive vein s of opaque Grossular Garnet that resembles Jade . It is white to light green in color, and may be colored in a white, green, and pink combination. Hydrogrossular is often regarded as a variety of Grossular, but it is scientifi   

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Colemanite and Hydrogrossular Chemical Formula

While comparing Colemanite and Hydrogrossular 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 Colemanite and Hydrogrossular chemical formula.

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Colemanite and Hydrogrossular Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Colemanite and Hydrogrossular Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Colemanite and Hydrogrossular Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Colemanite is 3.25-3.40 whereas that of Hydrogrossular is 3.25-3.40.

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