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Spinel and Soapstone Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
none
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
82.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
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Spinel and Soapstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Soapstone 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 Soapstone chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
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Spinel and Soapstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Soapstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Soapstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is Not Available whereas that of Soapstone is Not Available.