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Spinel and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
none
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Spinel and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Spinel and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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