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Spessartine and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Spessartine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.12-4.18   
3.64-3.66   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{???} Distinct   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
8   

Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
MgAl2O4   

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Spessartine and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Spessartine and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.

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Spessartine and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.

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