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Grossular Garnet and Biotite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
2.7-3.3
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Even, Yellow, White
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect on the {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
2.5-3.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2

Grossular Garnet and Biotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Biotite 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 Biotite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2

Grossular Garnet and Biotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Biotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Biotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.7-3.3 whereas that of Biotite is 2.7-3.3.