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Spessartine and Andesine Physical Properties


Andesine and Spessartine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.12-4.18   
2.65-2.69   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
{???} Distinct   
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8   

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Spessartine and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Andesine 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 Andesine chemical formula.

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Spessartine and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.

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