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Anglesite and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Anglesite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39  
3.64-3.66  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct  
None, but may exhibit slight parting  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
8  

Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  
MgAl2O4  

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Anglesite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Anglesite 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 Anglesite and Spinel chemical formula.

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Anglesite and Spinel Specific Gravity

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

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