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Grossular Garnet
Grossular Garnet

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Grossular Garnet and Proustite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.65.51-5.64
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Distinct on {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.52.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Proustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Proustite 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 Proustite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Proustite- Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Proustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Proustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Proustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 5.51-5.64 whereas that of Proustite is 5.51-5.64.