Simpsonite and Spinel Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
Not Available
none
Durability
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Not Available
Specific Gravity
Not Available
3.64-3.66
Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
None
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Chemical Composition
Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
MgAl2O4
Simpsonite and Spinel Chemical Formula
While comparing Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite and Spinel chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
- Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
Simpsonite and Spinel Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Simpsonite and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Simpsonite and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Simpsonite is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.