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Gahnospinel and Matrix Opal 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
1.98-2.50
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
5.5-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Gahnospinel and Matrix Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Gahnospinel and Matrix Opal 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 Matrix Opal chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gahnospinel and Matrix Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gahnospinel and Matrix Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gahnospinel is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Matrix Opal is 1.98-2.50.