Caledonite and Hessonite Garnet Physical Properties

Caledonite and Hessonite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite 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 Caledonite and Hessonite Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Hessonite Garnet- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Caledonite and Hessonite Garnet Specific Gravity

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