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Spessartine and Kunzite Physical Properties

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
4.12-4.183.15-3.21
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Distinct
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.56-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
LiAlSi2O6

Spessartine and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Kunzite 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 Kunzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6

Spessartine and Kunzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Kunzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Kunzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Kunzite is 3.15-3.21.