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Baryte and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Gahnospinel and Baryte Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.3-5   
3.65-4.55   

Fracture
Irregular/uneven   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect cleavage parallel to base and prism faces: {001} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Baryte and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte and Gahnospinel 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 Baryte and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

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Baryte and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte and Gahnospinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte and Gahnospinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte is 3.65-4.55 whereas that of Gahnospinel is 3.65-4.55.

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