Spessartine and Selenite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.12-4.18
  
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Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle
  
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Cleavage
{???} Distinct
  
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Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
  
2
  
Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  
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Spessartine and Selenite Chemical Formula
While comparing Spessartine and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Spessartine and Selenite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Selenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Selenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is Not Available whereas that of Selenite is Not Available.