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Spessartine and Fluorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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slightly water soluble and in hot hydrochloric acid
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.12-4.18
3.00-3.25
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Distinct
Octahedral, perfect on {111}, parting on {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
CaF2

Spessartine and Fluorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Fluorite 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 Fluorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF2

Spessartine and Fluorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Fluorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Fluorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Fluorite is 3.00-3.25.

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