Microcline and Hessonite Garnet Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.55-2.63
  
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Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
  
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Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
  
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Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
  
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Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  
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Microcline and Hessonite Garnet Chemical Formula
While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Hessonite Garnet chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Microcline and Hessonite Garnet Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microcline and Hessonite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microcline and Hessonite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microcline is Not Available whereas that of Hessonite Garnet is Not Available.