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Obsidian and Grossular Garnet Physical Properties


Grossular Garnet and Obsidian Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.35-2.60   
3.6   

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal   
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Cleavage
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None   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
6.5-7.5   

Chemical Composition
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Ca3Al2Si3O12   

Optical Properties >>
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Obsidian and Grossular Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Grossular 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 Obsidian and Grossular Garnet chemical formula.

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Obsidian and Grossular Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Obsidian and Grossular Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Obsidian and Grossular Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Obsidian is 3.6 whereas that of Grossular Garnet is 3.6.

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