Uvarovite Garnet and Iolite Physical Properties

Uvarovite Garnet

Iolite

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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

3.7-3.82.6-2.7

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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1.6 Cleavage

None

3,1

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-77-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca₃Cr₂Si₃O₁₂

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Uvarovite Garnet and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvarovite Garnet and Iolite 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 Iolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Uvarovite Garnet- Ca₃Cr₂Si₃O₁₂
Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

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Uvarovite Garnet and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Uvarovite Garnet and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Uvarovite Garnet and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Uvarovite Garnet is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.