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Richterite and Chrome Pyrope 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
3.0-3.53.62-3.80
Amber
1 7.18
2.4 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
2.5 Cleavage
Perfect
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2.6 Mohs Hardness
5-67-7.5
Amber
2 10
2.9 Chemical Composition
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Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Richterite and Chrome Pyrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Chrome Pyrope 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 Richterite and Chrome Pyrope chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Chrome Pyrope- Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Richterite and Chrome Pyrope Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Chrome Pyrope Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Chrome Pyrope Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 3.62-3.80 whereas that of Chrome Pyrope is 3.62-3.80.