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Pyrope Garnet and Omphacite Physical Properties


Omphacite and Pyrope Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.5-3.6   
3.16-3.43   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
None   
{110} Good, {110} Good   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Mg3Al2Si3O12   
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Pyrope Garnet and Omphacite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Garnet and Omphacite 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 Omphacite chemical formula.

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Pyrope Garnet and Omphacite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Garnet and Omphacite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Garnet and Omphacite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Garnet is 3.16-3.43 whereas that of Omphacite is 3.16-3.43.

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