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Grossular Garnet and Marialite 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
2.50
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
Distinct on {100} and {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Grossular Garnet and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Grossular Garnet and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.