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Andesine and Chrome Pyrope Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65-2.693.62-3.80
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.57-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Andesine and Chrome Pyrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine and Chrome 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 Andesine and Chrome Pyrope chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Chrome Pyrope- Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Andesine and Chrome Pyrope Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Chrome Pyrope Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Chrome Pyrope Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 3.62-3.80 whereas that of Chrome Pyrope is 3.62-3.80.