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Spinel and Tinaksite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
none
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.662.82
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Perfect in one direction, indistinct in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
86
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
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Spinel and Tinaksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Tinaksite 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 Tinaksite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Tinaksite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Tinaksite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.82 whereas that of Tinaksite is 2.82.