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Chlorastrolite and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.1-3.5   
3.64-3.66   

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

Cleavage
Not Available   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
8   

Chemical Composition
Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
MgAl2O4   

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Chlorastrolite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite 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 Chlorastrolite and Spinel chemical formula.

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Chlorastrolite and Spinel Specific Gravity

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

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