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Jasper and Gahnite Physical Properties


Gahnite and Jasper Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.58-2.91  
4.00-4.62  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
Indistinct parting on [111]  

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7  
7.5-8  

Chemical Composition
SiO2  
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Jasper and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Gahnite chemical formula.

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Jasper and Gahnite Specific Gravity

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

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