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Brazilianite and Gahnite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.98-2.99
4.00-4.62
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Gems
Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
(010) Distinct to good
Indistinct parting on [111]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Brazilianite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Brazilianite 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 Brazilianite and Gahnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Brazilianite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Brazilianite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

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