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Spinel and Moldavite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
none
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.662.32-2.38
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
85.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Spinel and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Moldavite 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 Moldavite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Spinel and Moldavite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Moldavite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Moldavite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.32-2.38 whereas that of Moldavite is 2.32-2.38.