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Grossular Garnet and Milarite 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
2.52-2.60
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
{0001} Imperfect, {1120} Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Milarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Milarite 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 Milarite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Milarite- KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Milarite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Milarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Milarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.52-2.60 whereas that of Milarite is 2.52-2.60.