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Spinel and Cerussite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
none
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.666.46-6.57
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Good [110] and [021]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
83-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spinel and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Cerussite 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 Cerussite chemical formula.

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

Spinel and Cerussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.