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Chrome Pyrope and Labradorite 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
3.62-3.80
2.69-2.72
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Chrome Pyrope and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrome Pyrope and Labradorite 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 Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrome Pyrope- Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Chrome Pyrope and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrome Pyrope and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrome Pyrope and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrome Pyrope is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.