Gahnite and Bowenite Physical Properties

Gahnite and Bowenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gahnite and Bowenite 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 Gahnite and Bowenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Bowenite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Gahnite and Bowenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gahnite and Bowenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gahnite and Bowenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gahnite is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Bowenite is 2.58-2.80.