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Meionite and Spinel Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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none
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.783.64-3.66
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-68
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
MgAl2O4

Meionite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Meionite 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 Meionite and Spinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4

Meionite and Spinel Specific Gravity

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