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Starlite and Spessartine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.91-4.734.12-4.18
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.57-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Starlite and Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite and Spessartine 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 Starlite and Spessartine chemical formula.

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

Starlite and Spessartine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Starlite and Spessartine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Starlite and Spessartine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Starlite is 4.12-4.18 whereas that of Spessartine is 4.12-4.18.