Garnet and Cacoxenite Physical Properties

Garnet and Cacoxenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Garnet and Cacoxenite 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 Garnet and Cacoxenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Garnet- Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.
• Chemical formula of Cacoxenite- (Fe+++,Al)25(PO4)17O6(OH)12•75(H2O)

Garnet and Cacoxenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Garnet and Cacoxenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Garnet and Cacoxenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Garnet is 2.2-2.6 whereas that of Cacoxenite is 2.2-2.6.