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Grossular and Shortite Physical Properties


Shortite and Grossular Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.55-3.73   
2.61   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
none   
{010} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
3   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Grossular and Shortite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular and Shortite 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 Shortite chemical formula.

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Grossular and Shortite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular and Shortite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular and Shortite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular is 2.61 whereas that of Shortite is 2.61.

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