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Andesine and Goshenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69
2.60-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
Be3Al2SiO6

Andesine and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Andesine 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 Andesine and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Andesine and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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