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Grossular Garnet and Chambersite 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
3.50
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Chambersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Chambersite 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 Chambersite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Chambersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Chambersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Chambersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 3.50 whereas that of Chambersite is 3.50.