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Grossular Garnet and Faustite 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
2.9
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
{???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Faustite 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 Faustite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Faustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Faustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Faustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.9 whereas that of Faustite is 2.9.