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Sphene and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Gahnospinel and Sphene 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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Sphene and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene 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 Sphene and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

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Sphene and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

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

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