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Uvarovite Garnet and Gahnospinel Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.7-3.8
3.65-4.55
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Cr2Si3O12
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Uvarovite Garnet and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvarovite Garnet and Gahnospinel 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 Gahnospinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Uvarovite Garnet- Ca3Cr2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Uvarovite Garnet and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Uvarovite Garnet and Gahnospinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Uvarovite Garnet and Gahnospinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Uvarovite Garnet is 3.65-4.55 whereas that of Gahnospinel is 3.65-4.55.