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Grossular and Goldstone 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
3.55-3.732.50-2.80
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
1.6 Cleavage
none
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.56
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Au

Grossular and Goldstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular and Goldstone 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 Goldstone chemical formula.

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

Grossular and Goldstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular and Goldstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular and Goldstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Goldstone is 2.50-2.80.