Spinel
MgAl2O4
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Spinel is a magnesium aluminum oxide that forms beautiful crystals highly valued as gemstones. Many famous historical rubies, including the Black Prince's Ruby in the British Crown Jewels, are actually red spinels. Spinel occurs in metamorphosed limestones and basic igneous rocks.
| النظام البلوري | Cubic (Isometric) |
| صنف المعدن | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides |
| صلادة موس | 7.5-8.0 |
| الكثافة النوعية | 3.58-3.61 |
| اللون | Red, blue, green, black, colorless |
| اللمعان | Vitreous |
| لون الخط | White |
| الانفصام | None |
| الكسر | Conchoidal |
| الشفافية | Transparent |
| الشكل البلوري | Octahedral, massive |
صلادة موس
Mohs Hardness: 7,5 – 8,0
1 Soft10 Hard
النظام البلوري
Cubic (Isometric)Explore on Science FYI
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hardness of Spinel?
Spinel has a Mohs hardness of 7.5-8.0.
What crystal system does Spinel belong to?
Spinel crystallizes in the Cubic (Isometric) crystal system.
What color is Spinel?
Spinel is typically Red, blue, green, black, colorless.
What type of luster does Spinel have?
Spinel exhibits a Vitreous luster.
What is the chemical formula of Spinel?
The chemical formula of Spinel is MgAl2O4.