Phlogopite and Garnet Physical Properties

Phlogopite and Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and 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 Phlogopite and Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Phlogopite- KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2
• Chemical formula of Garnet- Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.

Phlogopite and Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 3.55-4.33 whereas that of Garnet is 3.55-4.33.