Magnesite and Chrome Pyrope Physical Properties

Magnesite and Chrome Pyrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Magnesite and Chrome 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 Magnesite and Chrome Pyrope chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Magnesite- MgCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Chrome Pyrope- Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Magnesite and Chrome Pyrope Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Magnesite and Chrome Pyrope Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Magnesite and Chrome Pyrope Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Magnesite is 3.62-3.80 whereas that of Chrome Pyrope is 3.62-3.80.