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Tsavorite Garnet

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Tsavorite Garnet and Covellite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Flexible
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.6
4.6-4.76
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12
CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Tsavorite Garnet and Covellite Chemical Formula

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

  • Chemical formula of Tsavorite Garnet- Ca3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Tsavorite Garnet and Covellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tsavorite Garnet and Covellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tsavorite Garnet and Covellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tsavorite Garnet is 4.6-4.76 whereas that of Covellite is 4.6-4.76.