Garnet and Spessartine Physical Properties

Garnet and Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Garnet and Spessartine 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 Spessartine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Garnet- Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.
• Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Garnet and Spessartine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Garnet and Spessartine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Garnet and Spessartine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Garnet is 4.12-4.18 whereas that of Spessartine is 4.12-4.18.