Turquoise and Pyrope Physical Properties

Turquoise and Pyrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Turquoise and 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 Turquoise and Pyrope chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Turquoise- CuAl₆(PO₄)₄(OH)₈ • 4H₂O
• Chemical formula of Pyrope- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Turquoise and Pyrope Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Turquoise and Pyrope Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Turquoise and Pyrope Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Turquoise is 3.62-3.87 whereas that of Pyrope is 3.62-3.87.