Gahnospinel and Selenite Physical Properties

Gahnospinel and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gahnospinel and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Selenite- CaSO4·2H2O

Gahnospinel and Selenite Specific Gravity

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