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Rhyolite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Gahnospinel and Rhyolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.65-4.55   

Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
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None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
7   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
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(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Rhyolite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhyolite 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 Rhyolite and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

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Rhyolite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

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

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