Hessonite Garnet and Uvite Physical Properties

Hessonite Garnet and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hessonite Garnet and Uvite 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 Uvite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Hessonite Garnet and Uvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hessonite Garnet and Uvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hessonite Garnet and Uvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hessonite Garnet is 2.97-3.14 whereas that of Uvite is 2.97-3.14.