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Grossular Garnet and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
2.65-2.90
1.5 Fracture
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Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.
1.6 Cleavage
None
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.