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Spinel and Adularia Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
none
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
2.54-2.61
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Spinel and Adularia Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Adularia 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 Adularia chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Adularia- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Spinel and Adularia Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Adularia Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Adularia Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Adularia is 2.54-2.61.