Schultenite and Spinel Physical Properties

Schultenite

Spinel

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

none

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.943-6.073.64-3.66

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Metallic

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

None, but may exhibit slight parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.58

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

MgAl₂O₄

Schultenite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Schultenite 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 Schultenite and Spinel chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl₂O₄

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Schultenite and Spinel Specific Gravity

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