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Spessartine and Lawsonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.12-4.18
3.09
1.3 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
1.5 Cleavage
{???} Distinct
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
1.6 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
8
1.7 Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Spessartine and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Spessartine and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.