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Grossular Garnet and Datolite 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
2.90-3.00
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Datolite 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 Datolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Datolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Datolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Datolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.90-3.00 whereas that of Datolite is 2.90-3.00.