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Grossular Garnet and Papagoite 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
3.63.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
Imperfect in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.