Cymophane and Pyrope Physical Properties

Cymophane and Pyrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Cymophane and Pyrope 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 Cymophane and Pyrope chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Pyrope- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Cymophane and Pyrope Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cymophane and Pyrope Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cymophane and Pyrope Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cymophane is 3.62-3.87 whereas that of Pyrope is 3.62-3.87.