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Fayalite 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
4.3924.12-4.18
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} moderate, {100} imperfect
{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-77-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Fayalite and Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Fayalite 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 Fayalite and Spessartine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Fayalite- Fe 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Fayalite and Spessartine Specific Gravity

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