Hydrogrossular and Papagoite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
3.25-3.40
3.25
Cleavage
None
Imperfect in one direction
Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
5-5.5
Chemical Composition
hydrogrossular Massive vein s of opaque Grossular Garnet that resembles Jade . It is white to light green in color, and may be colored in a white, green, and pink combination. Hydrogrossular is often regarded as a variety of Grossular, but it is scientifi
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Hydrogrossular and Papagoite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hydrogrossular and Papagoite 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 Hydrogrossular and Papagoite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hydrogrossular- hydrogrossular Massive vein s of opaque Grossular Garnet that resembles Jade . It is white to light green in color, and may be colored in a white, green, and pink combination. Hydrogrossular is often regarded as a variety of Grossular, but it is scientifi
- Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Hydrogrossular and Papagoite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hydrogrossular and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hydrogrossular and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hydrogrossular is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.