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Triplite and Tsavorite Garnet Physical Properties


Tsavorite Garnet and Triplite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94   
3.6   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven   
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Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct   
None   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Ca3Al2Si3O12   

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Triplite and Tsavorite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Tsavorite 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 Triplite and Tsavorite Garnet chemical formula.

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Triplite and Tsavorite Garnet Specific Gravity

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

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