Calcite and Pyrope Spessartine Physical Properties

Calcite and Pyrope Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite 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 Calcite and Pyrope Spessartine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Calcite- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Pyrope Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Calcite and Pyrope Spessartine Specific Gravity

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