Zoisite and Almandine Garnet Physical Properties

Zoisite and Almandine Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Almandine 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 Zoisite and Almandine Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Almandine Garnet- Fe₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Zoisite and Almandine Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Almandine Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Almandine Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 4.3 whereas that of Almandine Garnet is 4.3.