Spinel and Analcime Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
none
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
2.24-2.29
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Very poor [100]
Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Spinel and Analcime Chemical Formula
While comparing Spinel and Analcime 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 Analcime chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
- Chemical formula of Analcime- NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Spinel and Analcime Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Analcime Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Analcime Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.24-2.29 whereas that of Analcime is 2.24-2.29.