Pyrope and Scorodite Physical Properties

Pyrope

Scorodite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

insoluble in water

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.62-3.87Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

None

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Not Available

Pyrope and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

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

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Pyrope and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.