Grossular Garnet and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.6
6.86-7.03
Fracture
Not Available
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
None
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
6-7
Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Grossular Garnet and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Grossular Garnet and Cassiterite 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 Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Grossular Garnet and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.