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Spinel and Poudretteite Physical Properties

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
3.64-3.66
2.51-2.53
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Spinel and Poudretteite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Spinel and Poudretteite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Poudretteite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Poudretteite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.51-2.53 whereas that of Poudretteite is 2.51-2.53.