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Spinel

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Spinel and Langbeinite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
Brittle

Solubility

-
Slowly dissolves in water

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.64-3.66-9999
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven
Conchoidal

Cleavage

None, but may exhibit slight parting
None

Mohs Hardness

83.5-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

MgAl2O4
K2Mg2(SO4)3

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
  • Chemical formula of Langbeinite- K2Mg2(SO4)3

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 whereas that of Langbeinite is .