Spessartine and Rutile Physical Properties

Spessartine

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.12-4.184.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Distinct

{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Spessartine and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Rutile 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 Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Spessartine and Rutile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.