Strontianite and Spinel Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
none
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.63-3.79
3.64-3.66
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{110} Good
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Chemical Composition
SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
MgAl2O4
Strontianite and Spinel Chemical Formula
While comparing Strontianite and Spinel 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 Strontianite and Spinel chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
Strontianite and Spinel Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Strontianite and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Strontianite and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Strontianite is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.