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Grossular Garnet and Gyrolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
2.48
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Grossular Garnet and Gyrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Gyrolite- NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Grossular Garnet and Gyrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Gyrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Gyrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.48 whereas that of Gyrolite is 2.48.

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