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Spinel and Natrolite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
none
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.662.20-2.26
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Perfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
85-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spinel and Natrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Natrolite 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 Natrolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spinel and Natrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Natrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Natrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.20-2.26 whereas that of Natrolite is 2.20-2.26.