Marble and Grossular Physical Properties

Marble and Grossular Chemical Formula

While comparing Marble and Grossular 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 Marble and Grossular chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Marble- CaCO3
• Chemical formula of Grossular- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Marble and Grossular Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marble and Grossular Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marble and Grossular Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marble is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Grossular is 3.55-3.73.