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Hiddenite 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
3.15-3.214.12-4.18
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-77-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Hiddenite and Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite and Spessartine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Hiddenite and Spessartine Specific Gravity

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