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Spinel and Achroite Physical Properties


Achroite and Spinel Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66  
2.90-3.40  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  

Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
8  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4  
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.  

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Spinel and Achroite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Achroite 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 Spinel and Achroite chemical formula.

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Spinel and Achroite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Achroite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Achroite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Achroite is 2.90-3.40.

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