Garnet and Papagoite Physical Properties

Garnet and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Garnet and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Garnet- Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.
• Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Garnet and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Garnet and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Garnet and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Garnet is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.