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Grossular Garnet and Vesuvianite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Vesuvianite is virtually insolouble in acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
3.32-3.43
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Poor on {110} and {100} very poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
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Grossular Garnet and Vesuvianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Vesuvianite 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 Vesuvianite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
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Grossular Garnet and Vesuvianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Vesuvianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Vesuvianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Vesuvianite is 3.32-3.43.