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Spinel and Gaylussite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
none
decomposes in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
1.93-1.99
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Spinel and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Spinel and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.