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Grossular Garnet and Feldspar 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
2.56-2.75
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
None
two or three
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
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Grossular Garnet and Feldspar Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Feldspar 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 Feldspar chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
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Grossular Garnet and Feldspar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Feldspar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Feldspar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.56-2.75 whereas that of Feldspar is 2.56-2.75.