Brucite and Pyrope Spessartine Physical Properties

Brucite and Pyrope Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Brucite and Pyrope Spessartine 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 Brucite and Pyrope Spessartine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Pyrope Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Brucite and Pyrope Spessartine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Brucite and Pyrope Spessartine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Brucite and Pyrope Spessartine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Brucite is 3.62-4.33 whereas that of Pyrope Spessartine is 3.62-4.33.