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Pyrope Garnet and Achroite Physical Properties


Achroite and Pyrope Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.5-3.6  
2.90-3.40  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
None  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
Mg3Al2Si3O12  
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.  

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Pyrope Garnet and Achroite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Garnet and Achroite 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 Garnet and Achroite chemical formula.

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Pyrope Garnet and Achroite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Garnet and Achroite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Garnet and Achroite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Garnet is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Achroite is 2.90-3.40.

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