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Spinel and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Spinel Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
none   
Slowly dissolves in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66   
Not Available   

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

Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting   
None   

Mohs Hardness
8   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4   
Not Available   

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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.

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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.

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