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Marialite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.503.65-4.55
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-67.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Marialite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Marialite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

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