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Tsavorite and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Tsavorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.55-3.73  
3.64-3.66  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
None, but may exhibit slight parting  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
8  

Chemical Composition
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3  
MgAl2O4  

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Tsavorite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Tsavorite 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 Tsavorite and Spinel chemical formula.

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Tsavorite and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tsavorite and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tsavorite and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tsavorite is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.

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