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Spinel and Verdelite 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
2.90-3.40
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

Spinel and Verdelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Verdelite 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 Verdelite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Verdelite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

Spinel and Verdelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Verdelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Verdelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Verdelite is 2.90-3.40.