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Grossular Garnet and Arfvedsonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
3.3-3.5
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect on [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2

Grossular Garnet and Arfvedsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Arfvedsonite 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 Garnet and Arfvedsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Arfvedsonite- NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2

Grossular Garnet and Arfvedsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Arfvedsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Arfvedsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 3.3-3.5 whereas that of Arfvedsonite is 3.3-3.5.

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