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Chrome Pyrope and Rhodolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.62-3.80
3.84
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
none, may show indistinct parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

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.