Fayalite and Tsavorite Garnet Physical Properties

Fayalite and Tsavorite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Fayalite and Tsavorite 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 Fayalite and Tsavorite Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fayalite- Fe 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Tsavorite Garnet- Ca₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Fayalite and Tsavorite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fayalite and Tsavorite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fayalite and Tsavorite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fayalite is 3.6 whereas that of Tsavorite Garnet is 3.6.