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Pyrope Almandine
Pyrope Almandine

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Pyrope Almandine and Andalusite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.62-4.20
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None
7-7.5
(Fe,Mg) 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
 
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3.05-3.21
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
7.5
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Pyrope Almandine and Andalusite Chemical Formula

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

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Pyrope Almandine and Andalusite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Almandine and Andalusite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Almandine Vs Andalusite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Almandine is whereas that of Andalusite is .