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Sugilite and Uvarovite 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
2.69-2.79
3.7-3.8
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {0001}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
KNa 2(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ,Al) 2Li 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca3Cr2Si3O12

Sugilite and Uvarovite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Sugilite and Uvarovite 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 Sugilite and Uvarovite Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sugilite- KNa 2(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ,Al) 2Li 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Uvarovite Garnet- Ca3Cr2Si3O12

Sugilite and Uvarovite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sugilite and Uvarovite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sugilite and Uvarovite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sugilite is 3.7-3.8 whereas that of Uvarovite Garnet is 3.7-3.8.