Blue spinel and Thulite Physical Properties

Blue spinel and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Blue spinel and Thulite 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 Blue spinel and Thulite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Blue spinel- MgAl2O4
• Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Blue spinel and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Blue spinel and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Blue spinel and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Blue spinel is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.