Pyrope and Gahnite Physical Properties

Pyrope and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.

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

Pyrope and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.