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Scorzalite and Almandine 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
3.31
4.3
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
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1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
None.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
7.5-8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Fe3Al2Si3O12

Scorzalite and Almandine Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite and Almandine 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 Scorzalite and Almandine Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Almandine Garnet- Fe3Al2Si3O12

Scorzalite and Almandine Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorzalite and Almandine Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorzalite and Almandine Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorzalite is 4.3 whereas that of Almandine Garnet is 4.3.