Demantoid Garnet and Povondraite Physical Properties

Demantoid Garnet and Povondraite Chemical Formula

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

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• Chemical formula of Povondraite- NaFe3+3Fe3+6(BO 3) 3Si 6O 18(O,OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Demantoid Garnet and Povondraite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Demantoid Garnet and Povondraite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Demantoid Garnet and Povondraite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Demantoid Garnet is 3.26 whereas that of Povondraite is 3.26.