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Spessartine and Malachite 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
4.12-4.183.25-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Distinct
Perfect on { 2 01} fair on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.53.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Cu2CO3(OH)2

Spessartine and Malachite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Malachite 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 Malachite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Malachite- Cu2CO3(OH)2

Spessartine and Malachite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Malachite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Malachite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 3.25-4.10 whereas that of Malachite is 3.25-4.10.