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Orthoclase and Grossular Garnet Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.54-2.61
3.6
1.5 Fracture
Gems, Uneven
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca3Al2Si3O12

Orthoclase and Grossular Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Orthoclase 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 Orthoclase and Grossular Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12

Orthoclase and Grossular Garnet Specific Gravity

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