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Tsavorite Garnet and Hexagonite Physical Properties


Hexagonite and Tsavorite Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.6   
2.98-3.03   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven   

Cleavage
None   
[110] perfect; [010] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2Si3O12   
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Tsavorite Garnet and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tsavorite Garnet and Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite chemical formula.

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Tsavorite Garnet and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tsavorite Garnet and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tsavorite Garnet and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tsavorite Garnet is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.

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