Bixbite and Spinel Physical Properties

Bixbite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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none

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.64-3.66

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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None, but may exhibit slight parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.58

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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MgAl₂O₄

Bixbite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Bixbite 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 Bixbite and Spinel chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl₂O₄

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Bixbite and Spinel Specific Gravity

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