Garnet and Cerussite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
3.55-4.33
6.46-6.57
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Indistinct
Good [110] and [021]
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.
PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Garnet and Cerussite Chemical Formula
While comparing Garnet and Cerussite 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 Garnet and Cerussite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Garnet- Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.
- Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Garnet and Cerussite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Garnet and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Garnet and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Garnet is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.