Pyrope Garnet and Forsterite Physical Properties

Pyrope Garnet and Forsterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Garnet and Forsterite 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 Forsterite chemical formula.

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

Pyrope Garnet and Forsterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Garnet and Forsterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Garnet and Forsterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Garnet is 3.23-3.26 whereas that of Forsterite is 3.23-3.26.