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Microlite and Gahnite Physical Properties


Gahnite and Microlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.5   
4.00-4.62   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Uneven   

Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct   
Indistinct parting on [111]   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Microlite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite 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 Microlite and Gahnite chemical formula.

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Microlite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

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

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