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Thulite and Gahnite Physical Properties


Gahnite and Thulite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1   
4.00-4.62   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal, Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
Indistinct parting on [111]   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Thulite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Gahnite 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 Thulite and Gahnite chemical formula.

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Thulite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.

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