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Grossular Garnet and Legrandite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
3.98-4.04
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Imperfect, poor one {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Legrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Legrandite 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 Legrandite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Legrandite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Legrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Legrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Legrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 3.98-4.04 whereas that of Legrandite is 3.98-4.04.