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Pyrope and Andalusite Physical Properties


Andalusite and Pyrope Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
insoluble in water  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.62-3.87  
3.05-3.21  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery  

Cleavage
None  
Good on {110}, poor on {100}  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
7.5  

Chemical Composition
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  

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Pyrope and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope 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 and Andalusite chemical formula.

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Pyrope and Andalusite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope and Andalusite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope and Andalusite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Andalusite is 3.05-3.21.

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