Spinel and Poldervaartite Physical Properties

Spinel and Poldervaartite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Poldervaartite 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 Poldervaartite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl₂O₄
• Chemical formula of Poldervaartite- (Ca,Mn2+ ) 2(SiO 3OH)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Spinel and Poldervaartite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Poldervaartite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Poldervaartite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.91 whereas that of Poldervaartite is 2.91.