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Spinel and Stichtite Physical Properties

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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
2.11-2.20
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
Not Available
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spinel and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Stichtite 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 Stichtite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spinel and Stichtite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Stichtite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Stichtite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.11-2.20 whereas that of Stichtite is 2.11-2.20.