Sulphur and Garnet Physical Properties

Sulphur and Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur 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 Sulphur and Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
• Chemical formula of Garnet- Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.

Sulphur and Garnet Specific Gravity

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