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Spinel and Wavellite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
none
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
2.36
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spinel and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Spinel and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.