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Grossular Garnet and Baryte Barite 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
3.6
4.43-4.46
1.5 Fracture
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Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Baryte Barite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Baryte Barite 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 Baryte Barite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Baryte Barite- BaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Baryte Barite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Baryte Barite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Baryte Barite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 4.43-4.46 whereas that of Baryte Barite is 4.43-4.46.

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