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Golden Beryl and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Gahnospinel and Golden Beryl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.6-2.8   
3.65-4.55   

Fracture
Not Available   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8.0   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Golden Beryl and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Golden Beryl and Gahnospinel 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 Golden Beryl and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

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Golden Beryl and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Golden Beryl and Gahnospinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Golden Beryl and Gahnospinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Golden Beryl is 3.65-4.55 whereas that of Gahnospinel is 3.65-4.55.

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