Pyrope Spessartine and Sillimanite Physical Properties

Pyrope Spessartine and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrope Spessartine and Sillimanite 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 Sillimanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pyrope Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pyrope Spessartine and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrope Spessartine and Sillimanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrope Spessartine and Sillimanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrope Spessartine is 3.20-3.26 whereas that of Sillimanite is 3.20-3.26.