Pyrope and Thomsonite Physical Properties

Pyrope and Thomsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope and Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyrope- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Pyrope and Thomsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope and Thomsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope and Thomsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope is 2.25-2.40 whereas that of Thomsonite is 2.25-2.40.