Pyrope and Cat s Eye Physical Properties

Pyrope and Cat s Eye Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope and Cat s Eye 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 Cat s Eye chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyrope- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Cat s Eye- BeAl ₂ O ₄

Pyrope and Cat s Eye Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope and Cat s Eye Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope and Cat s Eye Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope is 3.5-3.8 whereas that of Cat s Eye is 3.5-3.8.