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Papagoite and Gahnite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.25
4.00-4.62
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction
Indistinct parting on [111]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Papagoite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite 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 Papagoite and Gahnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Papagoite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

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