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Grossular Garnet and Chrysoberyl 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
3.69-3.81
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
BeAl 2 O 4

Grossular Garnet and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4

Grossular Garnet and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.