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Spessartine and Jasper Physical Properties


Jasper and Spessartine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.12-4.18   
2.58-2.91   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
{???} Distinct   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
SiO2   

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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.

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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.

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