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Obsidian and Pyrope Almandine Physical Properties


Pyrope Almandine and Obsidian Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.35-2.60   
3.62-4.20   

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal   
ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012), ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012)   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Fe,Mg) 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Obsidian and Pyrope Almandine Chemical Formula

While comparing Obsidian and Pyrope Almandine 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 Obsidian and Pyrope Almandine chemical formula.

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Obsidian and Pyrope Almandine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Obsidian and Pyrope Almandine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Obsidian and Pyrope Almandine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Obsidian is 3.62-4.20 whereas that of Pyrope Almandine is 3.62-4.20.

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