Riebeckite and Garnet Physical Properties

Riebeckite and Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite and Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Riebeckite- Na2Fe2+3Fe3+2Si8O22(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Garnet- Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.

Riebeckite and Garnet Specific Gravity

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