Grossular Garnet and Powellite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.6
  
4.23
  
Fracture
Not Available
  
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
  
Cleavage
None
  
{111} Distinct
  
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
  
3.5-4
  
Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
  
CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Grossular Garnet and Powellite Chemical Formula
While comparing Grossular Garnet and Powellite 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 Powellite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
- Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Grossular Garnet and Powellite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Powellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Powellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 4.23 whereas that of Powellite is 4.23.