Chiastolite and Garnet Physical Properties

Chiastolite and Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite and 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 Chiastolite and Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Garnet- Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.

Chiastolite and Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chiastolite and Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chiastolite and Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chiastolite is 3.55-4.33 whereas that of Garnet is 3.55-4.33.