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Grossular Garnet
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Grossular Garnet and Chrysoprase 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
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
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Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
None
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Grossular Garnet and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Grossular Garnet and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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