Spessartine and Crocoite Physical Properties

Spessartine

Crocoite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

4.12-4.185.90-6.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Distinct

{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.52.5-3

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spessartine and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Crocoite 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 Crocoite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Spessartine and Crocoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.