Fe3Al2(SiO4)3 (varies)Cubic
Garnet
Fe3Al2(SiO4)3 (varies)
SilicatesChemical FormulaFe3Al2(SiO4)3 (varies)
Crystal SystemCubic
Mohs Hardness7
Specific Gravity4.32
ColorRed, brown, green, yellow, black
LusterVitreous to resinous
StreakWhite
CleavageNone
FractureConchoidal to uneven
Occurrence
Found in metamorphic and igneous rocks. Common in schist and gneiss. Many species exist.