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Orthoclase and Grossular 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
3.55-3.73
1.5 Fracture
Gems, Uneven
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Orthoclase and Grossular Chemical Formula

While comparing Orthoclase and Grossular 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 chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Grossular- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Orthoclase and Grossular Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Orthoclase and Grossular Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Orthoclase and Grossular Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Orthoclase is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Grossular is 3.55-3.73.