Pyrope Spessartine and Moroxite Physical Properties

Pyrope Spessartine and Moroxite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Spessartine and Moroxite 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 Moroxite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyrope Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Pyrope Spessartine and Moroxite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Spessartine and Moroxite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Spessartine and Moroxite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Spessartine is 3.13-3.26 whereas that of Moroxite is 3.13-3.26.