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Umbalite and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Umbalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.62-4.33   
3.64-3.66   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012)   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
8   

Chemical Composition
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3 -Mn2+3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   
MgAl2O4   

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Umbalite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Umbalite 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 Umbalite and Spinel chemical formula.

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Umbalite and Spinel Specific Gravity

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

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