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Grossular Garnet and Poudretteite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
2.51-2.53
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
None
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Poudretteite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Poudretteite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Poudretteite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Poudretteite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.51-2.53 whereas that of Poudretteite is 2.51-2.53.