Almandine and Sussexite Physical Properties

Almandine and Sussexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Almandine and Sussexite 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 Almandine and Sussexite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Almandine- Fe 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Sussexite- Mn2+ BO 2(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Almandine and Sussexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Almandine and Sussexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Almandine and Sussexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Almandine is 3.30 whereas that of Sussexite is 3.30.