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Spinel
Spinel

Chrysoberyl
Chrysoberyl



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Spinel and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.64-3.663.69-3.81
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann

Cleavage

None, but may exhibit slight parting
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}

Mohs Hardness

88.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

MgAl2O4
BeAl 2 O 4

Spinel and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4

Spinel and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.