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Pyrope Spessartine and Crocoite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.62-4.33
5.90-6.10
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
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{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Pyrope Spessartine and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Spessartine and Crocoite 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 Spessartine and Crocoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyrope Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Pyrope Spessartine and Crocoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Spessartine and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Spessartine and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Spessartine is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.