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Spinel and Nuummite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
none
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
3.18-3.37
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Perfect on 210
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
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Spinel and Nuummite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Nuummite 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 Nuummite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Nuummite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Nuummite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 3.18-3.37 whereas that of Nuummite is 3.18-3.37.