Anthophyllite and Demantoid Garnet Physical Properties

Anthophyllite and Demantoid Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Anthophyllite and Demantoid Garnet 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 Anthophyllite and Demantoid Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Anthophyllite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 2(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Anthophyllite and Demantoid Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anthophyllite and Demantoid Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anthophyllite and Demantoid Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anthophyllite is Not Available whereas that of Demantoid Garnet is Not Available.