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Vishnevite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties


Gahnospinel and Vishnevite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
3.65-4.55   

Fracture
Brittle, Uneven   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Vishnevite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite and Gahnospinel chemical formula.

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Vishnevite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

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

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