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Grossular and Jasper Physical Properties

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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
2.58-2.91
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
none
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SiO2

Grossular and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2

Grossular and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.

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