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Chrome Pyrope and Serpentine 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
2.44-2.62
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
2.5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Chrome Pyrope and Serpentine Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrome Pyrope and Serpentine 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 Serpentine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrome Pyrope- Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Serpentine- H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Chrome Pyrope and Serpentine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrome Pyrope and Serpentine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrome Pyrope and Serpentine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrome Pyrope is 2.44-2.62 whereas that of Serpentine is 2.44-2.62.