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Grossular Garnet and Bustamite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Partly soluble in HCl.
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
3.32-3.43
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Bustamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Bustamite 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 Bustamite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Bustamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Bustamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Bustamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Bustamite is 3.32-3.43.