Kashmir sapphire and Grossular Garnet Physical Properties

Kashmir sapphire and Grossular Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Kashmir sapphire and Grossular 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 Kashmir sapphire and Grossular Garnet chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Grossular Garnet- Ca₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Kashmir sapphire and Grossular Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kashmir sapphire and Grossular Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kashmir sapphire and Grossular Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kashmir sapphire is 3.6 whereas that of Grossular Garnet is 3.6.