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Gahnospinel and Helenite 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
3.65-4.55
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1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Gahnospinel and Helenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gahnospinel and Helenite 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 Helenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Gahnospinel and Helenite Specific Gravity

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