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Spinel and Aragonite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
none
Dilute acid
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.662.93-2.96
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
83.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spinel and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Aragonite 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 Aragonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spinel and Aragonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.