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Chrome Pyrope and Iolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.62-3.802.6-2.7
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
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3,1
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.57-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Mg2Al4Si5O18

Chrome Pyrope and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrome Pyrope and Iolite 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 Iolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrome Pyrope- Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg2Al4Si5O18

Chrome Pyrope and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrome Pyrope and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrome Pyrope and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrome Pyrope is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.