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Grossular Garnet and Mottramite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
5.9
1.5 Fracture
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Sub-Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
None observed
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
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Grossular Garnet and Mottramite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Mottramite 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 Mottramite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
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Grossular Garnet and Mottramite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Mottramite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Mottramite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 5.9 whereas that of Mottramite is 5.9.