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Grossular Garnet and Hurlbutite 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
2.90
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

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