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Grossular Garnet and Clinozoisite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
3.21-3.38
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Clinozoisite 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 Clinozoisite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Clinozoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Clinozoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 3.21-3.38 whereas that of Clinozoisite is 3.21-3.38.