Garnet Mali and Catapleiite Physical Properties

Garnet Mali and Catapleiite Chemical Formula

While comparing Garnet Mali and Catapleiite 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 Mali and Catapleiite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Garnet Mali and Catapleiite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Garnet Mali and Catapleiite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Garnet Mali and Catapleiite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Garnet Mali is 2.72 whereas that of Catapleiite is 2.72.