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Pyrope Garnet and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Pyrope Garnet Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.5-3.6  
2.36  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

Cleavage
None  
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Mg3Al2Si3O12  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Pyrope Garnet and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Garnet and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

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Pyrope Garnet and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Garnet and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Garnet and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Garnet is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.

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