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Anglesite and Goshenite 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
6.30-6.392.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.57.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Be3Al2SiO6

Anglesite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anglesite 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 Anglesite and Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anglesite- PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Anglesite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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