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Grossular Garnet and Zoisite 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
3.20-3.50
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Grossular Garnet and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular Garnet and Zoisite 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 Zoisite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Grossular Garnet and Zoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular Garnet and Zoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular Garnet and Zoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular Garnet is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Zoisite is 3.20-3.50.