Chrome-Chalcedony and Spessartine Physical Properties

Chrome-Chalcedony and Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrome-Chalcedony and 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 Chrome-Chalcedony and Spessartine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrome-Chalcedony- SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Chrome-Chalcedony and Spessartine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrome-Chalcedony and Spessartine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrome-Chalcedony and Spessartine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrome-Chalcedony is 4.12-4.18 whereas that of Spessartine is 4.12-4.18.