Demantoid Garnet and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties

Demantoid Garnet and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Demantoid Garnet and Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Demantoid Garnet and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Demantoid Garnet and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Demantoid Garnet and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Demantoid Garnet is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.