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Harlequin Opal and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Gahnospinel and Harlequin Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50   
3.65-4.55   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Harlequin Opal and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Harlequin Opal 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 Harlequin Opal and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

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Harlequin Opal and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

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

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