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Spinel and Andradite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
none
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.663.70-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
86.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Spinel and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Andradite 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 Andradite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Spinel and Andradite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Andradite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Andradite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Andradite is 3.70-4.10.