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Uvarovite Garnet
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Uvarovite Garnet and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.7-3.8
2.00-2.45
1.5 Fracture
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Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
2-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Cr2Si3O12
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4

Uvarovite Garnet and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvarovite Garnet and Chrysocolla 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 Chrysocolla chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Uvarovite Garnet- Ca3Cr2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4

Uvarovite Garnet and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Uvarovite Garnet and Chrysocolla Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Uvarovite Garnet and Chrysocolla Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Uvarovite Garnet is 2.00-2.45 whereas that of Chrysocolla is 2.00-2.45.