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Sylvite and Spessartine Physical Properties


Spessartine and Sylvite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.993   
4.12-4.18   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]   
{???} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Sylvite and Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite 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 Sylvite and Spessartine chemical formula.

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Sylvite and Spessartine Specific Gravity

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

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