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Pyrope Garnet and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Pyrope Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.5-3.6   
3.64-3.66   

Fracture
Not Available   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
8   

Chemical Composition
Mg3Al2Si3O12   
MgAl2O4   

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Pyrope Garnet and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Garnet and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.

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Pyrope Garnet and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Garnet and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Garnet and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Garnet is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.

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