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Adamite and Goshenite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.32-4.482.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.57.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Be3Al2SiO6

Adamite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Adamite and Goshenite 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 Adamite and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Adamite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.