Vlasovite and Spinel Physical Properties

Vlasovite

Spinel

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO₃

none

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.973.64-3.66

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {010}

None, but may exhibit slight parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

MgAl₂O₄

Vlasovite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Vlasovite 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 Vlasovite and Spinel chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl₂O₄

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Vlasovite and Spinel Specific Gravity

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