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Grossular Garnet and Gaylussite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
decomposes in water
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
1.93-1.99
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Grossular Garnet and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Grossular Garnet and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.