Spessartine and Boleite Physical Properties

Spessartine

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.12-4.185.05

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Distinct

[001] perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.53-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Spessartine and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Boleite 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 Boleite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Boleite- Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Spessartine and Boleite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Boleite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Boleite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 5.05 whereas that of Boleite is 5.05.