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Elaeolite and Gahnite Physical Properties


Gahnite and Elaeolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.67  
4.00-4.62  

Fracture
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Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
-  
Indistinct parting on [111]  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6  
7.5-8  

Chemical Composition
Na, K, Ca, H, O, Si, Al  
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Elaeolite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elaeolite 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 Elaeolite and Gahnite chemical formula.

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Elaeolite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

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

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