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Spinel and Shortite Physical Properties


Shortite and Spinel Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
none   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66   
2.61   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting   
{010} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
8   
3   

Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4   
Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Spinel and Shortite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Shortite 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 Shortite chemical formula.

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Spinel and Shortite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Shortite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Shortite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.61 whereas that of Shortite is 2.61.

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