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Mineralati

Minerals

Garnet

X3Y2(SiO4)3 group

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Overview

Common nesosilicate group.

Identification characteristics

  • Mohs hardness 6.5–7.5
  • Streak: White
  • Lustre: Vitreous

Formation and occurrence

Metamorphic rocks

Common uses

Gemstone, abrasive