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Langbeinite and Gahnite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Slowly dissolves in water
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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4.00-4.62
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
Indistinct parting on [111]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Langbeinite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite and Gahnite chemical formula.

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

Langbeinite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

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