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Spessartine and Brucite Physical Properties


Brucite and Spessartine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Sectile   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.12-4.18   
2.39   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Irregular   

Cleavage
{???} Distinct   
Perfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Spessartine and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.

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Spessartine and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.

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