Uvarovite Garnet and Albite Physical Properties

Uvarovite Garnet

Albite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.7-3.8

2.60-2.65

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

None

Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca₃Cr₂Si₃O₁₂

NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Uvarovite Garnet and Albite Chemical Formula

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

Chemical formula of Uvarovite Garnet- Ca₃Cr₂Si₃O₁₂
Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Uvarovite Garnet and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Uvarovite Garnet and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Uvarovite Garnet and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Uvarovite Garnet is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.