Pyrope Garnet and Riebeckite Physical Properties

Pyrope Garnet

Riebeckite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.5-3.63.28-3.44

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Splintery, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.55.0-6.0

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mg₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Pyrope Garnet and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Garnet and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Pyrope Garnet- Mg₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Pyrope Garnet and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Garnet and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Garnet and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Garnet is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.