Grossular Garnet and Phenakite Physical Properties

Grossular Garnet

Phenakite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.62.90-2.98

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7.57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂
Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Grossular Garnet and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.