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Andradite and Pyrope Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble in water
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.70-4.103.62-3.87
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
none
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-77-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Andradite and Pyrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Andradite 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 Andradite and Pyrope chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Pyrope- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Andradite and Pyrope Specific Gravity

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