Gahnospinel and Shungite Physical Properties

Gahnospinel and Shungite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gahnospinel and Shungite 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 Shungite chemical formula.

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

Gahnospinel and Shungite Specific Gravity

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