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Grossular Garnet and Sodalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
2.15-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Grossular Garnet and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Sodalite 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 Sodalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Grossular Garnet and Sodalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Sodalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Sodalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.15-2.40 whereas that of Sodalite is 2.15-2.40.