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Scorzalite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties

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
3.313.65-4.55
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-67.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scorzalite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scorzalite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

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