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Grossular Garnet and Cuprite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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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
5.85-6.15
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, Metallic, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
Fair in four directions forming octahedrons
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Cuprite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Cuprite 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 Cuprite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Cuprite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.