Almandine Garnet and Antigorite Physical Properties

Almandine Garnet and Antigorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Almandine Garnet and Antigorite 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 Almandine Garnet and Antigorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Almandine Garnet- Fe₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂
• Chemical formula of Antigorite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Almandine Garnet and Antigorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Almandine Garnet and Antigorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Almandine Garnet and Antigorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Almandine Garnet is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Antigorite is 2.58-2.80.