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Grossular Garnet and Emerald 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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Hard
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
2.67-2.78
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
None
Imperfect on the [0001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Be3Al2SiO6

Grossular Garnet and Emerald Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Emerald 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 Emerald chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Emerald- Be3Al2SiO6

Grossular Garnet and Emerald Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.67-2.78 whereas that of Emerald is 2.67-2.78.

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