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Shungite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Gahnospinel and Shungite 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
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7.5-8   

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

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Shungite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Shungite 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 Shungite and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

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Shungite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

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

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