Spinel has which crystal system?

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Spinel has which crystal system?

monoclinic hexagonal or isometric?

2006-11-20 12:29:19 · 2 answers · asked by KC 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology

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Like diamonds and garnets, spinel belongs to the isometric or cubic crystal system. The typical crystal habit of spinels is octahedral - which looks like two 4-sided pyramids placed base to base. It is also commonly found twinned, and may be found as rhombic dodecahedrons.

2006-11-23 21:15:36 · answer #1 · answered by lb2k 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

isometric system with an octahedral habit

2006-11-20 14:13:23 · answer #2 · answered by Dr. J. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋