Jasper and Almandine Garnet Physical Properties

Jasper and Almandine Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper and Almandine Garnet 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 Jasper and Almandine Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Almandine Garnet- Fe₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Jasper and Almandine Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jasper and Almandine Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jasper and Almandine Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jasper is 4.3 whereas that of Almandine Garnet is 4.3.