Anthophyllite and Garnet Mali Physical Properties

Anthophyllite and Garnet Mali Chemical Formula

While comparing Anthophyllite and Garnet Mali 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 Garnet Mali chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Anthophyllite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 2(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Garnet Mali- Ca₃Fe₂(SiO₄)₃

Anthophyllite and Garnet Mali Specific Gravity

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