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Grossular Garnet
Grossular Garnet

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Grossular Garnet and Goshenite 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
3.62.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.57.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Be3Al2SiO6

Grossular Garnet and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Goshenite 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 Goshenite chemical formula.

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

Grossular Garnet and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.