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Iddingsite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Gahnospinel and Iddingsite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.5-2.8   
3.65-4.55   

Fracture
Not Available   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{???} Perfect   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
3   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)   
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Iddingsite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite 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 Iddingsite and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

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Iddingsite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

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

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