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Pyrope Garnet and Scorzalite Physical Properties


Scorzalite 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   
3.31   

Fracture
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Uneven   

Cleavage
None   
{110} Good   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
Mg3Al2Si3O12   
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Pyrope Garnet and Scorzalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Garnet and Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite chemical formula.

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Pyrope Garnet and Scorzalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Garnet and Scorzalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Garnet and Scorzalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Garnet is 3.31 whereas that of Scorzalite is 3.31.

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