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Catapleiite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Gahnospinel and Catapleiite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.72   
3.65-4.55   

Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Catapleiite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

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Catapleiite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

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

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