Pyrope and Amblygonite Physical Properties

Pyrope and Amblygonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope and Amblygonite 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 and Amblygonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyrope- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Amblygonite- (Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Pyrope and Amblygonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope and Amblygonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope and Amblygonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope is 2.98-3.10 whereas that of Amblygonite is 2.98-3.10.