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Schorlomite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.77-3.93
3.65-4.55
1.5 Fracture
Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Schorlomite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Schorlomite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

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