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Grossular Garnet and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Grossular Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Insoluble in acids   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.6   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None   
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Grossular Garnet and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Rutile 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 Rutile chemical formula.

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Grossular Garnet and Rutile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.

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