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Chrome Pyrope and Riebeckite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.62-3.80
3.28-3.44
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
5.0-6.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Chrome Pyrope and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrome Pyrope and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrome Pyrope- Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Chrome Pyrope and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrome Pyrope and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrome Pyrope and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrome Pyrope is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.