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Achroite and Pyrope Spessartine 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
2.90-3.40
3.62-4.33
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012)
1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Achroite and Pyrope Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Pyrope Spessartine 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 Achroite and Pyrope Spessartine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Achroite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.
  • Chemical formula of Pyrope Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Achroite and Pyrope Spessartine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Pyrope Spessartine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Pyrope Spessartine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 3.62-4.33 whereas that of Pyrope Spessartine is 3.62-4.33.

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