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Mimetite and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Mimetite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
7.10   
3.64-3.66   

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

Cleavage
[10 1 1] Imperfect   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
3.5   
8   

Chemical Composition
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
MgAl2O4   

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Mimetite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Mimetite 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 Mimetite and Spinel chemical formula.

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Mimetite and Spinel Specific Gravity

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

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