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Pyrope Garnet and Peridot Physical Properties


Peridot 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   
1.54-1.55   

Fracture
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Conchoidal   

Cleavage
None   
Poor   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Mg3Al2Si3O12   
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4   

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Pyrope Garnet and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Garnet and Peridot 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 Peridot chemical formula.

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Pyrope Garnet and Peridot Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Garnet and Peridot Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Garnet and Peridot Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Garnet is 1.54-1.55 whereas that of Peridot is 1.54-1.55.

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