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GGG


Properties and Data
Physical Properties
Composition
Gd3Ga5O12

Gadolinium Gallium Oxide
alt. Gadolinium Gallium Garnet
Density
7.08 g/cm3
Mohs Hardness
6.5 - 7.5
Crystal System
Isometric
Optical Properties
Type
Isotropic
Refractive Index
n = 1.97 - 2.03
Dispersion Factor
0.045

Additional Properties
Inherent
Paramagnetic
Additional Information
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Production and Synthesis
Czochralski Method
Czochralski Method
Involves pulling a crystal (boule) upward from a molten solution. Produces some of the purest crystals but requires a cleanroom environment.





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