Periclase and Spinel Physical Properties

Periclase

Spinel

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

none

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.7-3.93.64-3.66

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}

None, but may exhibit slight parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-68

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

MgAl₂O₄

Periclase and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase 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 Periclase and Spinel chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl₂O₄

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Periclase and Spinel Specific Gravity

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