Gahnite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Gahnite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gahnite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gahnite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gahnite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gahnite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.