Thulite and Spinel Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Solubility
Not Available
  
none
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
3.1
  
3.64-3.66
  
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
  
None, but may exhibit slight parting
  
Mohs Hardness
6-7
  
8
  
Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  
MgAl2O4
  
Thulite and Spinel Chemical Formula
While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Spinel chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
- Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
Thulite and Spinel Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.