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Thulite and Spessartine Physical Properties


Spessartine and Thulite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1   
4.12-4.18   

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

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
{???} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Thulite and Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Spessartine chemical formula.

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Thulite and Spessartine Specific Gravity

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

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