Chrome Pyrope and Hematite Physical Properties

Chrome Pyrope and Hematite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrome Pyrope and Hematite 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 Hematite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrome Pyrope- Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Chrome Pyrope and Hematite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrome Pyrope and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrome Pyrope and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrome Pyrope is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.