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Spessartine and Chrysotile Physical Properties


Chrysotile and Spessartine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
insoluble in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.12-4.18   
2.51-2.63   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Fibrous   

Cleavage
{???} Distinct   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
2.5-4.5   

Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Spessartine and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

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Spessartine and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.

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