Ekanite and Pyrope Garnet Physical Properties

Ekanite

Pyrope Garnet

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.28-3.323.5-3.6

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven

Not Available

1.6 Cleavage

{101} Distinct

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Mg₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Ekanite and Pyrope Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite and Pyrope Garnet 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 Ekanite and Pyrope Garnet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Pyrope Garnet- Mg₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Ekanite and Pyrope Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ekanite and Pyrope Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ekanite and Pyrope Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ekanite is 3.5-3.6 whereas that of Pyrope Garnet is 3.5-3.6.