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Spinel and Blue John Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
none
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
3.00-3.25
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
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1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Spinel and Blue John Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Blue John 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 Blue John chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Spinel and Blue John Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Blue John Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Blue John Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Blue John is 3.00-3.25.