Garnet and Glass Physical Properties

Garnet and Glass Chemical Formula

While comparing Garnet and Glass 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 Glass chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Garnet- Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.
• Chemical formula of Glass- SiO₂

Garnet and Glass Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Garnet and Glass Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Garnet and Glass Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Garnet is 2.39-4.00 whereas that of Glass is 2.39-4.00.