Chrome Pyrope and Gahnospinel Physical Properties

Chrome Pyrope and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrome Pyrope and Gahnospinel 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 Gahnospinel chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrome Pyrope- Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Chrome Pyrope and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrome Pyrope and Gahnospinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrome Pyrope and Gahnospinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrome Pyrope is 3.65-4.55 whereas that of Gahnospinel is 3.65-4.55.