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Grossular Garnet
Grossular Garnet

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Grossular Garnet and Willemite 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
3.63.89-4.18
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.55.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Willemite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Willemite 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 Willemite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular Garnet and Willemite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Willemite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Willemite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 3.89-4.18 whereas that of Willemite is 3.89-4.18.