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Grossular Garnet and Stichtite 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
3.62.11-2.20
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Stichtite 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 Stichtite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Stichtite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Stichtite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Stichtite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 2.11-2.20 whereas that of Stichtite is 2.11-2.20.