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Goldstone and Gahnite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.50-2.80
4.00-4.62
1.5 Fracture
torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
Indistinct parting on [111]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Au
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goldstone and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goldstone and Gahnite 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 Goldstone and Gahnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goldstone- Au
  • Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goldstone and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goldstone and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goldstone and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goldstone is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.