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Schultenite and Almandine 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
5.943-6.073.95-4.30
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.57-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Fe 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Schultenite and Almandine Chemical Formula

While comparing Schultenite and Almandine 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 Schultenite and Almandine chemical formula.

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

Schultenite and Almandine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schultenite and Almandine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schultenite and Almandine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schultenite is 3.95-4.30 whereas that of Almandine is 3.95-4.30.