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Cacoxenite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Gahnospinel and Cacoxenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.2-2.6   
3.65-4.55   

Fracture
Uneven   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
3-4   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
(Fe+++,Al)25(PO4)17O6(OH)12•75(H2O)   
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Cacoxenite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Cacoxenite 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 Cacoxenite and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

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Cacoxenite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

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

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