Pyrope and Anorthite Physical Properties

Pyrope and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope and Anorthite 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 Anorthite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyrope- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pyrope and Anorthite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope and Anorthite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope and Anorthite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope is 2.77 whereas that of Anorthite is 2.77.