Pyrope Garnet and Nosean Physical Properties

Pyrope Garnet and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Garnet and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyrope Garnet- Mg₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂
• Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Pyrope Garnet and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Garnet and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Garnet and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Garnet is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.