Pyrope Spessartine and Moss Agate Physical Properties

Pyrope Spessartine and Moss Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Spessartine and Moss Agate 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 Moss Agate chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyrope Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Moss Agate- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Pyrope Spessartine and Moss Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Spessartine and Moss Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Spessartine and Moss Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Spessartine is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Moss Agate is 2.58-2.64.