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Pyrope and Goshenite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble in water
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.62-3.872.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.57.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Be3Al2SiO6

Pyrope and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope and Goshenite 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 Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyrope- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Pyrope and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.