Prase and Spessartine Physical Properties

Prase and Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Prase 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 Prase and Spessartine chemical formula.

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

Prase and Spessartine Specific Gravity

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