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Spinel and Langbeinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
none
Slowly dissolves in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
Not Available

Spinel and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
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Spinel and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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