Selenite and Chrome Pyrope Physical Properties

Selenite and Chrome Pyrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite 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 Selenite and Chrome Pyrope chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Selenite- CaSO4·2H2O
• Chemical formula of Chrome Pyrope- Mg 3(Al,Cr) 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Selenite and Chrome Pyrope Specific Gravity

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