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Spinel and Danburite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
none
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.662.97-3.03
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, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
{001} Poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
87
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spinel and Danburite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Danburite 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 Danburite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spinel and Danburite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Danburite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Danburite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.97-3.03 whereas that of Danburite is 2.97-3.03.