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Spinel and Flint Physical Properties


Flint and Spinel Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
none   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66   
Not Available   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven   

Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
8   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4   
Not Available   

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Spinel and Flint Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Flint 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 Flint chemical formula.

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Spinel and Flint Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Flint Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Flint Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is Not Available whereas that of Flint is Not Available.

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