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Grossular Garnet and Zincite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
5.50-5.90
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Zincite 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 Zincite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular Garnet and Zincite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Zincite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Zincite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 5.50-5.90 whereas that of Zincite is 5.50-5.90.