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Sapphire and Garnet Physical Properties


Garnet and Sapphire Physical Properties


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Sapphire and Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire 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 Sapphire and Garnet chemical formula.

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Sapphire and Garnet Specific Gravity

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

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