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Grossular Garnet and Melanite 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
3.70-4.10
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
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Grossular Garnet and Melanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Melanite 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 Melanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Melanite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Grossular Garnet and Melanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Melanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Melanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Melanite is 3.70-4.10.