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Esperite and Spinel Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
none
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.28-4.42
3.64-3.66
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
8
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
MgAl2O4

Esperite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Esperite 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 Esperite and Spinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4

Esperite and Spinel Specific Gravity

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