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Ettringite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Gahnospinel and Ettringite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Partially soluble in water   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.77   
3.65-4.55   

Fracture
Not Available   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 0}   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Ettringite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Ettringite 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 Ettringite and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

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Ettringite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

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

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