Identify the Ion That Is Responsible for the Red in Garnet

question 72

Multiple Choice

Identify the ion that is responsible for the red in garnet and the yellow-green of peridot.

• A) Cr²⁺
• B) Cu⁺
• C) Cu²⁺
• D) Cr³⁺
• E) Fe²⁺

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