Copper and Gahnite Physical Properties

Copper

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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

Not Available4.00-4.62

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).

Conchoidal, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

None

Indistinct parting on [111]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

ZnAl 2O 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Copper and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Copper 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 Copper and Gahnite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Copper- Cu
Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Copper and Gahnite Specific Gravity

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