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Dravite and 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
3.03-3.18
4.12-4.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Dravite and Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite 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 Dravite and Spessartine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Dravite and Spessartine Specific Gravity

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