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Pyrope Almandine and Labradorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.62-4.20
2.69-2.72
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012), ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe,Mg) 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Pyrope Almandine and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Almandine and Labradorite 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 Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyrope Almandine- (Fe,Mg) 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Pyrope Almandine and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Almandine and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Almandine and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Almandine is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.

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