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Gahnospinel and Jasper 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
2.58-2.91
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
SiO2

Gahnospinel and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Gahnospinel and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2

Gahnospinel and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gahnospinel and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gahnospinel and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gahnospinel is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.

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