Opal Ethiopia and Pyrope Physical Properties

Opal Ethiopia and Pyrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal Ethiopia 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 Opal Ethiopia and Pyrope chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Opal Ethiopia- SiO2*nH2O
• Chemical formula of Pyrope- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Opal Ethiopia and Pyrope Specific Gravity

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