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Chrome Pyrope
Chrome Pyrope

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Chrome Pyrope and Andesine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.62-3.802.65-2.69
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Chrome Pyrope and Andesine Chemical Formula

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

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

Chrome Pyrope and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrome Pyrope and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrome Pyrope and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrome Pyrope is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.