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Gahnospinel and Pearl Physical Properties


Pearl 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   
2.60-2.85   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting   
none   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
2.5-4.5   

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

While comparing Gahnospinel and Pearl 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 Pearl chemical formula.

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Gahnospinel and Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gahnospinel and Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gahnospinel and Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gahnospinel is 2.60-2.85 whereas that of Pearl is 2.60-2.85.

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