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Radiolarite and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Radiolarite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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none   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.64-3.66   

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

Cleavage
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None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
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8   

Chemical Composition
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MgAl2O4   

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Radiolarite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Radiolarite 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 Radiolarite and Spinel chemical formula.

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Radiolarite and Spinel Specific Gravity

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

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