Cuprite and Spodumene Physical Properties

Cuprite and Spodumene Chemical Formula

While comparing Cuprite and Spodumene 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 Cuprite and Spodumene chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Spodumene- LiAlSi₂O₆

Cuprite and Spodumene Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cuprite and Spodumene Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cuprite and Spodumene Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cuprite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Spodumene is 3.15-3.21.