Chrome Pyrope and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Chrome Pyrope and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrome Pyrope and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrome Pyrope- Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Chrome Pyrope and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrome Pyrope and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrome Pyrope and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrome Pyrope is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.