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Grossular Garnet and Cavansite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
2.25-2.33
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
Good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
3-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Grossular Garnet and Cavansite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Cavansite 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 Cavansite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Cavansite- Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)

Grossular Garnet and Cavansite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Cavansite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Cavansite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.25-2.33 whereas that of Cavansite is 2.25-2.33.

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