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Andean Opal and Pyrope Physical Properties


Pyrope and Andean Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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insoluble in water   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.62-3.87   

Fracture
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Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   

Cleavage
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None   

Mohs Hardness
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7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
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Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Andean Opal and Pyrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Andean Opal and Pyrope 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 Andean Opal and Pyrope chemical formula.

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Andean Opal and Pyrope Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andean Opal and Pyrope Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andean Opal and Pyrope Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andean Opal is 3.62-3.87 whereas that of Pyrope is 3.62-3.87.

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