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Grossular and Crocoite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.55-3.73
5.90-6.10
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
none
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular and Crocoite 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 Grossular and Crocoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular and Crocoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.