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Grossular Garnet and Simpsonite Physical Properties


Simpsonite and Grossular Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.6   
Not Available   

Fracture
Not Available   
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
None   
None   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12   
Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Grossular Garnet and Simpsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite chemical formula.

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Grossular Garnet and Simpsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Simpsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Simpsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is Not Available whereas that of Simpsonite is Not Available.

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