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Spinel and Vlasovite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
none
Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
2.97
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Distinct on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
Not Available

Spinel and Vlasovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Vlasovite 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 Vlasovite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Vlasovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Vlasovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.97 whereas that of Vlasovite is 2.97.