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Spinel and Schorlomite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
none
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
3.77-3.93
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spinel and Schorlomite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spinel and Schorlomite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Schorlomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Schorlomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 3.77-3.93 whereas that of Schorlomite is 3.77-3.93.