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Feldspar 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
2.56-2.754.12-4.18
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
two or three
{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.57-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Feldspar and Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Feldspar 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 Feldspar and Spessartine chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Feldspar and Spessartine Specific Gravity

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