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Grossular Garnet and Phosgenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Sectile
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
6.13
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
None
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
2-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Phosgenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Phosgenite 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 Phosgenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Phosgenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Phosgenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Phosgenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 6.13 whereas that of Phosgenite is 6.13.