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Ametrine and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Ametrine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.65   
3.64-3.66   

Fracture
Not Available   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
7   
8   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
MgAl2O4   

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Ametrine and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Ametrine 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 Ametrine and Spinel chemical formula.

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Ametrine and Spinel Specific Gravity

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

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