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Kainite and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Kainite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.15   
3.64-3.66   

Fracture
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{001}, perfect   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3   
8   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
MgAl2O4   

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Kainite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Kainite 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 Kainite and Spinel chemical formula.

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Kainite and Spinel Specific Gravity

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

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