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Uvarovite Garnet
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Uvarovite Garnet and Variscite 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
2.42-2.58
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
[010] perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
4-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca3Cr2Si3O12
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)

Uvarovite Garnet and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvarovite Garnet and Variscite 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 Variscite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Uvarovite Garnet- Ca3Cr2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO4 · 2(H2O)

Uvarovite Garnet and Variscite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Uvarovite Garnet and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Uvarovite Garnet and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Uvarovite Garnet is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.