Pyrope Garnet and Fayalite Physical Properties

Pyrope Garnet and Fayalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Garnet and Fayalite 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 Pyrope Garnet and Fayalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyrope Garnet- Mg₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂
• Chemical formula of Fayalite- Fe 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pyrope Garnet and Fayalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Garnet and Fayalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Garnet and Fayalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Garnet is 4.392 whereas that of Fayalite is 4.392.