Pyrope and Steatite Physical Properties

Pyrope and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope and Steatite 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 Steatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyrope- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Pyrope and Steatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope and Steatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope and Steatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope is 2.20-2.80 whereas that of Steatite is 2.20-2.80.