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Chrome Pyrope and Augite Physical Properties


Augite and Chrome Pyrope Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.62-3.80   
3.19-3.56   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Chrome Pyrope and Augite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrome Pyrope and Augite 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 Augite chemical formula.

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Chrome Pyrope and Augite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrome Pyrope and Augite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrome Pyrope and Augite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrome Pyrope is 3.19-3.56 whereas that of Augite is 3.19-3.56.

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