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Vishnevite and Gahnite Physical Properties


Gahnite and Vishnevite 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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4.00-4.62   

Fracture
Brittle, Uneven   
Conchoidal, Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect   
Indistinct parting on [111]   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
7.5-8   

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

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Vishnevite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite and Gahnite chemical formula.

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Vishnevite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

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

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