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Dallasite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Gahnospinel and Dallasite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.58-2.91   
3.65-4.55   

Fracture
Not Available   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Dallasite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Dallasite 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 Dallasite and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

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Dallasite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

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

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