Hessonite Garnet and Ceylonite Physical Properties

Hessonite Garnet and Ceylonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hessonite Garnet 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 Hessonite Garnet and Ceylonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hessonite Garnet- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3
• Chemical formula of Ceylonite- (Mg,Fe2+ )Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Hessonite Garnet and Ceylonite Specific Gravity

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