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Spinel and Transvaal Jade Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.64-3.66
Conchoidal, Uneven
None, but may exhibit slight parting
8
MgAl2O4
 
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3.55-3.73
Conchoidal
None
7-7.5
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Spinel and Transvaal Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Transvaal Jade 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 Transvaal Jade chemical formula.

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Spinel and Transvaal Jade Specific Gravity

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