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Montebrasite and Hydrogrossular Physical Properties


Hydrogrossular and Montebrasite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.98-3.10   
3.25-3.40   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
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Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct   
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Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
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   

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Montebrasite and Hydrogrossular Chemical Formula

While comparing Montebrasite and Hydrogrossular 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 Montebrasite and Hydrogrossular chemical formula.

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Montebrasite and Hydrogrossular Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Montebrasite and Hydrogrossular Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Montebrasite and Hydrogrossular Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Montebrasite is 3.25-3.40 whereas that of Hydrogrossular is 3.25-3.40.

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