Biotite and Hessonite Garnet Physical Properties

Biotite and Hessonite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite and Hessonite 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 Biotite and Hessonite Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
• Chemical formula of Hessonite Garnet- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Biotite and Hessonite Garnet Specific Gravity

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