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Vivianite and Spessartine Physical Properties


Spessartine and Vivianite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.64-2.70   
4.12-4.18   

Fracture
(e.g. graphite).   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{010} Perfect   
{???} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Vivianite and Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Vivianite 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 Vivianite and Spessartine chemical formula.

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Vivianite and Spessartine Specific Gravity

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

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