Lepidocrocite and Pyrope Garnet Physical Properties

Lepidocrocite and Pyrope Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Lepidocrocite 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 Lepidocrocite and Pyrope Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lepidocrocite- FeO(OH)
• Chemical formula of Pyrope Garnet- Mg₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Lepidocrocite and Pyrope Garnet Specific Gravity

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