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Grossular Garnet and Zircon Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
3.93-4.73
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
{110} and {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
ZrSiO4

Grossular Garnet and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Zircon 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 Zircon chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4

Grossular Garnet and Zircon Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Zircon Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Zircon Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Zircon is 3.93-4.73.