Spessartine and Papagoite Physical Properties

Spessartine

Papagoite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.12-4.183.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle

Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Distinct

Imperfect in one direction

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.55-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Spessartine and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Spessartine and Papagoite Specific Gravity

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