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Pyrope Almandine and Phosphosiderite 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
2.74-2.76
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012), ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012)
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe,Mg) 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Pyrope Almandine and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Almandine and Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyrope Almandine- (Fe,Mg) 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Pyrope Almandine and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Almandine and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Almandine and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Almandine is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.