Garnet Mali and Forsterite Physical Properties

Garnet Mali and Forsterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Garnet Mali and Forsterite 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 Forsterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Garnet Mali- Ca₃Fe₂(SiO₄)₃
• Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Garnet Mali and Forsterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Garnet Mali and Forsterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Garnet Mali and Forsterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Garnet Mali is 3.23-3.26 whereas that of Forsterite is 3.23-3.26.