Marialite and Hessonite Garnet Physical Properties

Marialite

Hessonite Garnet

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.50Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

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1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {100} and {110}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Marialite and Hessonite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite and Hessonite Garnet 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 Marialite and Hessonite Garnet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Marialite and Hessonite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marialite and Hessonite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marialite and Hessonite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marialite is Not Available whereas that of Hessonite Garnet is Not Available.