Gahnite and Sanidine Physical Properties

Gahnite and Sanidine Chemical Formula

While comparing Gahnite and Sanidine 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 Sanidine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Sanidine- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Gahnite and Sanidine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gahnite and Sanidine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gahnite and Sanidine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gahnite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Sanidine is 2.54-2.61.