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Gahnite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Slowly dissolves in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.00-4.62
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Indistinct parting on [111]
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Gahnite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gahnite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Gahnite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gahnite and Langbeinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gahnite and Langbeinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gahnite is Not Available whereas that of Langbeinite is Not Available.