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Riebeckite and Spessartine Physical Properties


Spessartine and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.28-3.44   
4.12-4.18   

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}   
{???} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Riebeckite and Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite and Spessartine chemical formula.

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Riebeckite and Spessartine Specific Gravity

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

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