Boracite and Gahnite Physical Properties

Boracite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Boracite and Gahnite 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 Boracite and Gahnite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Boracite- Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Boracite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boracite and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boracite and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boracite is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.