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Demantoid Garnet
Demantoid Garnet

Gahnospinel
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Demantoid Garnet and Gahnospinel 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
Not Available3.65-4.55
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available7.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Demantoid Garnet and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Demantoid Garnet 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 Demantoid Garnet and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Demantoid Garnet and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

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