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Spinel

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Spinel and Sarcopside Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
-

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.64-3.663.79-3.94
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven
Lamellar, Splintery

Cleavage

None, but may exhibit slight parting
{100} Good, {001} Good, {010} Poor

Mohs Hardness

84
2 10
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Chemical Composition

MgAl2O4
FeAs

Spinel and Sarcopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Sarcopside 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 Sarcopside chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Sarcopside- FeAs

Spinel and Sarcopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Sarcopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Sarcopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 3.79-3.94 whereas that of Sarcopside is 3.79-3.94.