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Pyrope and Mother of Pearl Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble in water
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.62-3.872.65-2.87
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.52.5-4.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Pyrope and Mother of Pearl Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope and Mother of Pearl 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 Mother of Pearl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyrope- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Pyrope and Mother of Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope and Mother of Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope and Mother of Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope is 2.65-2.87 whereas that of Mother of Pearl is 2.65-2.87.