Pyrope Spessartine and Fuchsite Physical Properties

Pyrope Spessartine and Fuchsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Spessartine and Fuchsite 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 Fuchsite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyrope Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Fuchsite- K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Pyrope Spessartine and Fuchsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Spessartine and Fuchsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Spessartine and Fuchsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Spessartine is 2.77-2.88 whereas that of Fuchsite is 2.77-2.88.