Zektzerite and Spinel Physical Properties

Zektzerite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Zektzerite 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 Zektzerite and Spinel chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zektzerite- LiNa(Zr,Ti,Hf)Si 6O 15Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl₂O₄

Zektzerite and Spinel Specific Gravity

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