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Amber and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Amber Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10   
3.64-3.66   

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

Cleavage
None   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
8   

Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]   
MgAl2O4   

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Amber and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber and Spinel 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 Amber and Spinel chemical formula.

Amber and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.

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