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Uvite and Spessartine Physical Properties

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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
2.97-3.144.12-4.18
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct
{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available7-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Uvite and Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite 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 Uvite and Spessartine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Uvite and Spessartine Specific Gravity

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