Spessartine and Jasper Physical Properties

Spessartine

Jasper

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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

4.12-4.182.58-2.91

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Distinct

Indiscernible

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.56.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

SiO₂

Spessartine and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO₂

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Spessartine and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.