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Uvarovite 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
3.773.65-4.55
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.57.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Cr 2(SiO 4) 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Uvarovite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvarovite 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 Uvarovite and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Uvarovite- Ca 3Cr 2(SiO 4) 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Uvarovite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

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