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Spinel and Crocoite Physical Properties

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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
5.90-6.10
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spinel and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Crocoite 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 Crocoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spinel and Crocoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.