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Grossular Garnet and Hyacinth 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
3.93-4.73
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Hyacinth Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Hyacinth 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 Hyacinth chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Hyacinth- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Hyacinth Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Hyacinth Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Hyacinth Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Hyacinth is 3.93-4.73.