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Gahnospinel and Piemontite Physical Properties


Piemontite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.65-4.55   
Not Available   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Splintery   

Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting   
[001] good, [100] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   
Not Available   

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Gahnospinel and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gahnospinel and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

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Gahnospinel and Piemontite Specific Gravity

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

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