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Spessartine and Ammolite Physical Properties


Ammolite and Spessartine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.12-4.18   
2.75-2.80   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Granular   

Cleavage
{???} Distinct   
no true cleavage   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
4   

Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
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Spessartine and Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Ammolite 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 Ammolite chemical formula.

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Spessartine and Ammolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Ammolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Ammolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 2.75-2.80 whereas that of Ammolite is 2.75-2.80.

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