Pyrope and Ekanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
insoluble in water
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.62-3.87
3.28-3.32
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Cleavage
None
{101} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Pyrope and Ekanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Pyrope and Ekanite 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 Ekanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Pyrope- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Pyrope and Ekanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope and Ekanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope is 3.28-3.32 whereas that of Ekanite is 3.28-3.32.