Garnet Mali and Ceylonite Physical Properties

Garnet Mali and Ceylonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Garnet Mali and Ceylonite 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 Ceylonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Garnet Mali- Ca₃Fe₂(SiO₄)₃
• Chemical formula of Ceylonite- (Mg,Fe2+ )Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Garnet Mali and Ceylonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Garnet Mali and Ceylonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Garnet Mali and Ceylonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Garnet Mali is 3.63-3.9 whereas that of Ceylonite is 3.63-3.9.