Spessartine and Thulite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
  
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Specific Gravity
4.12-4.18
  
3.1
  
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle
  
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
{???} Distinct
  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
  
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
  
6-7
  
Chemical Composition
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  
Spessartine and Thulite Chemical Formula
While comparing Spessartine and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Spessartine and Thulite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spessartine and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spessartine and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spessartine is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.