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Grossular Garnet
Grossular Garnet

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Grossular Garnet and Orthoclase 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
3.62.54-2.61
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Gems, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.56
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Orthoclase 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 Orthoclase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Orthoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Orthoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Orthoclase is 2.54-2.61.