Crocoite and Grossular Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
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Specific Gravity
5.90-6.10
3.55-3.73
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
none
Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
7-7.5
Chemical Composition
PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Crocoite and Grossular Chemical Formula
While comparing Crocoite 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 Crocoite and Grossular chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Grossular- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Crocoite and Grossular Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Crocoite and Grossular Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Crocoite and Grossular Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Crocoite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Grossular is 3.55-3.73.