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Grossular Garnet and Triplite 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
3.85-3.94
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Triplite 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 Triplite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Triplite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Triplite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Triplite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 3.85-3.94 whereas that of Triplite is 3.85-3.94.