Spessartine and Albite Physical Properties

Spessartine

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.12-4.182.60-2.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Distinct

Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Spessartine and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Albite 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 Spessartine and Albite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Spessartine and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.