Spessartine and Prase Physical Properties

Spessartine and Prase Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Prase 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 Prase chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Spessartine and Prase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Prase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Prase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 2.64-2.69 whereas that of Prase is 2.64-2.69.