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Gaspite and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Gaspite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.21   
3.64-3.66   

Fracture
Not Available   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
8   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
MgAl2O4   

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Gaspite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaspite 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 Gaspite and Spinel chemical formula.

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Gaspite and Spinel Specific Gravity

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

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