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Gahnospinel and Apache Tear Physical Properties


Apache Tear and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.65-4.55   
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Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting   
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Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   
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Gahnospinel and Apache Tear Chemical Formula

While comparing Gahnospinel and Apache Tear 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 Gahnospinel and Apache Tear chemical formula.

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Gahnospinel and Apache Tear Specific Gravity

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

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