Spessartine and Padparadscha Physical Properties

Spessartine and Padparadscha Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Padparadscha 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 Padparadscha chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Padparadscha- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Spessartine and Padparadscha Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Padparadscha Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Padparadscha Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Padparadscha is 3.95-4.10.