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Gahnospinel and Brazilianite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.65-4.552.98-2.99
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Gems
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
(010) Distinct to good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-85.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Gahnospinel and Brazilianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gahnospinel and Brazilianite 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 Brazilianite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Brazilianite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Gahnospinel and Brazilianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gahnospinel and Brazilianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gahnospinel and Brazilianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gahnospinel is 2.98-2.99 whereas that of Brazilianite is 2.98-2.99.